unflattering (Meaning)

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unflattering (a)

showing or representing unfavorably

The unflattering lighting cast a harsh glow over her blemishes.
The dress's unflattering cut accentuated her curves in all the wrong ways.
The unflattering photograph made her look years older than she actually was.
The unflattering angle distorted her features, making her appear unkempt and unattractive.
The unflattering review criticized her performance, leaving her feeling disheartened.
The unflattering outfit clashed with her personality, making her appear awkward and uncomfortable.
The unflattering comparison between her and her more glamorous sister made her feel inferior.
The unflattering remark stung her deeply, leaving a lasting wound on her self-esteem.
The unflattering stereotype about her culture made her feel like an outsider.
The unflattering news report painted a bleak picture of the situation, leaving listeners feeling hopeless and discouraged.

showing or representing unfavorably

inaccurate, untrue, uncomplimentary, derogatory, depreciatory, disparaging,unfavorable, erroneous, objectionable, detractive

complimentary, appreciative, complimentary,favorable, favorable, appreciative, laudatory, factual, correct, right

The unflattering lighting cast a harsh glow over her blemishes.

The dress's unflattering cut accentuated her curves in all the wrong ways.

The unflattering photograph made her look years older than she actually was.

The unflattering angle distorted her features, making her appear unkempt and unattractive.