understated

Meanings

• adjective

  Expressing or suggesting a meaning or feeling gently, subtly, or mildly.

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Antonyms

exaggerate , overstate

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Synonyms

trivialize

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with understated
stated , fated , gated , mated , plated

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Variants

List of all variants of understated that leads to same result
understated , understatedly , understate , understates , understating

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Forms

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understatedly, understatements

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Etymology

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from under + state, from the verb 'state' meaning 'express the meaning of' + the prefix 'under' meaning 'below' or 'beneath'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'understated' was first used in English literature in the late 16th century.

2. Understated design has been a popular trend in fashion since the 1950s.

3. The term 'understatement' can also be used to describe a false or misleading statement that is made in a subtle or understated way.

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Related Concepts

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1. subtlety: The quality of being understated is closely related to the concept of subtlety, which refers to the ability to express meaning or emotion in a subtle or nuanced way.

2. minimalism: Understated design is often associated with minimalism, which is a design philosophy that emphasizes simplicity and the elimination of unnecessary elements.

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Culture

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The term 'understated' is often used in the context of art, design, and literature to describe a style that emphasizes subtlety and underplayed expression. For example, an understated painting might use muted colors and simple compositions to convey a sense of quietude or introspection.

How to Memorize "understated"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a soft, muted color palette and simple, understated designs to help memorize the meaning of the word.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'understated' with the idea of quiet, subtle expression to help remember its meaning.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Under the State' to help remember the meaning of 'understated': 'Under' means 'below', and 'state' means 'express the meaning of'. Together, 'under the state' means 'expressing meaning gently or below the surface'.

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