unfussy

adjective

un·​fussy ˌən-ˈfə-sē How to pronounce unfussy (audio)
: not fussy: such as
a
: not particular : unconcerned
b
: not cluttered with pretentious or nonessential matters : uncomplicated
unfussy designs
unfussily adverb

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This cookbook showcases her knack for simple, unfussy vegetarian recipes grounded in bold and savory flavors. Wilder Davies, Bon Appétit, 30 Jan. 2025 With their minimal shapes, sleek appeal and refined colors, jackets were the unfussy style choice to elevate any look. Sandra Salibian, WWD, 21 Jan. 2025 While the fashion choices of first ladies are closely parsed, the president-elect today is expected to wear an unfussy overcoat — a must for a January day in Washington — and, beneath it, as bland a business uniform as imaginable. Alexander Nazaryan, New York Times, 18 Jan. 2025 Adjacent to Emeril's Brasserie is Emeril's Petite Brasserie, a to-go counter for unfussy morning and daytime fare. Katie Chang, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for unfussy 

Word History

First Known Use

1823, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unfussy was in 1823

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“Unfussy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unfussy. Accessed 6 Feb. 2025.

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