Undesigning

C2 16+

Pronunciation: /ʌndɪˈzaɪnɪŋ/

Definitions of undesigning

adjective not deceitful or calculating; sincere

Example Sentences

A1 She was an undesigning person, always honest and straightforward in her dealings.

A2 The undesigning nature of his actions made it difficult to predict his next move.

B1 The undesigning simplicity of the design appealed to those with a minimalist aesthetic.

B2 Her undesigning demeanor belied a cunning intelligence underneath.

C1 The undesigning facade he presented to the world masked a complex inner world.

C2 His undesigning charm and charisma made him a formidable presence in any social setting.

Examples of undesigning in a Sentence

formal The undesigning behavior of the politician raised suspicions among the public.

informal I don't trust her, she seems undesigning in her actions.

slang I can't stand hanging out with undesigning people like him.

figurative Her undesigning smile hid a deeper motive.

Grammatical Forms of undesigning

past tense

undesigned

plural

undesignings

comparative

more undesigning

superlative

most undesigning

present tense

undesigns

future tense

will undesign

perfect tense

have undesign

continuous tense

is undesigning

singular

undesigning

positive degree

undesigning

infinitive

to undesign

gerund

undesigning

participle

undesigned

Origin and Evolution of undesigning

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Middle English
Story behind the word: The word 'undesigning' originated from Middle English, derived from the Old French word 'desseignier' meaning 'to designate or mark out'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, 'undesigning' evolved to mean lacking in sincerity or honesty, often used to describe someone who is deceitful or untrustworthy.