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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Although both must be delicious, the former needs to be unfussy, practical and quick, preferably with minimal prep and cleanup, while the latter can be more of a project. The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2025 The brand’s shoes are famously unfussy and made to hold up to countless steps, while being waterproof and simple to clean with a wet rag or a blast from the hose. Clint Davis, People.com, 26 Apr. 2025 The food is unfussy, hearty, and loaded with meat and cheese; crowd favorites include the Serbian salad, goulash, and burek (phyllo dough typically stuffed with ground beef). Katie Chang, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025 Crate & Barrel Tate Walnut Midcentury Credenza $1,099 Crate & Barrel The Tate Credenza from Crate & Barrel is midcentury modern done right—streamlined, handsome, and refreshingly unfussy. Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 4 Apr. 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 20 May. 2025.

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