dezent
understated
Meaning of dezent
unauffällig, zurückhaltend und ohne auffällige Wirkung
simple and not showy, e.g. a plain dress
Pronunciation
dezent with English translation
dezent usage examples
Die Dekoration ist dezent und schön.
The decorations are understated and beautiful.
Er trägt heute einen dezenten Anzug.
He's wearing an understated suit today.
dezent synonyms
What's the difference between dezent, zurückhaltend, bescheiden, unauffällig, nüchtern, diskret, and untertrieben
modest and unpretentious; often used for a person or lifestyle with a sense of simplicity
unnoticeable or low-key; emphasizes a lack of brightness or attention-seeking
plain, sober, and free of emotion or embellishment; often used for style, analysis, or presentation
discreet and tactful; especially about behavior that avoids drawing attention
Advanced: broader words
understated in the sense of being downplayed; often means something is described too mildly
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dezent belongs to the topic "Style and Taste →". Start with a short set of 1 word so the word is easier to remember in context.
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dezent meaning: what does it mean?
simple and not showy, e.g. a plain dress
dezent pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
dezent is pronounced as [deˈtsɛnt]. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
dezent definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
The decorations are understated and beautiful. Translation: Die Dekoration ist dezent und schön.
Is dezent part of Style and Taste vocabulary?
Yes, dezent (understated) can be learned in the Style and Taste topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is dezent part of Clothing and Fashion vocabulary?
Yes, dezent (understated) can be learned in the Clothing and Fashion topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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