Unsentimental

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Pronunciation: /ʌnˌsɛntəˈmɛntəl/

Definitions of unsentimental

adjective not influenced by or showing sentiment, emotion, or feeling; practical and realistic

Example Sentences

A1 She is very unsentimental when it comes to making decisions.

A2 The detective had an unsentimental approach to solving the case.

B1 The book offers an unsentimental view of war and its consequences.

B2 The artist's work is often praised for its unsentimental portrayal of everyday life.

C1 Her unsentimental attitude towards success has helped her achieve her goals.

C2 The film is a powerful and unsentimental exploration of loss and grief.

Examples of unsentimental in a Sentence

formal The unsentimental approach of the business leader helped make tough decisions efficiently.

informal She has always been known for her unsentimental attitude towards sentimental objects.

slang He's so unsentimental, he would probably throw away a gift without a second thought.

figurative The artist's unsentimental style of painting captures raw emotions in a unique way.

Grammatical Forms of unsentimental

past tense

unsentimentalized

plural

unsentimentals

comparative

more unsentimental

superlative

most unsentimental

present tense

unsentimentalizes

future tense

will unsentimentalize

perfect tense

has unsentimentalized

continuous tense

is unsentimentalizing

singular

unsentimental

positive degree

unsentimental

infinitive

to unsentimentalize

gerund

unsentimentalizing

participle

unsentimentalized

Origin and Evolution of unsentimental

First Known Use: 1820 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The word 'unsentimental' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' or 'lacking' and the word 'sentimental' which refers to excessive emotions or feelings.
Evolution of the word: Initially, 'unsentimental' was used to describe a lack of sentimental or emotional attachment. Over time, the word has evolved to also imply a practical, realistic, and objective approach in various contexts.