Everyday Language

2 words in this vocabulary list

adjective relaxed, casual, not formal or official in nature

  • The informal meeting will take place in the conference room.
  • Let's just have a quick chat in the break room.
  • Hey, wanna catch up in the cafeteria for a gossip sesh?
  • We can have an informal powwow in the lounge area.

adjective not attempting to impress others with an appearance of greater importance, talent, or culture than is actually possessed

  • The restaurant's atmosphere is unpretentious, with simple decor and affordable prices.
  • I love how unpretentious this cafe is, it feels like a cozy home away from home.
  • The bar down the street is super chill and unpretentious, perfect for a casual night out.
  • Her unpretentious attitude towards life is refreshing, she doesn't care about materialistic things.