Meaning & use
unflattering
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Not flattering; making someone or something look less attractive or favorable than they are.
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The tabloid ran an unflattering photo of the actor on the cover.
The report painted an unflattering picture of the company's finances.
A note on using this word
Unflattering can describe both physical appearance (an unflattering photo) and a portrayal of character or performance (an unflattering review).
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Words with an opposite meaning
flatteringcomplimentary
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