unstuffy

adjective

un·​stuffy ˌən-ˈstə-fē How to pronounce unstuffy (audio)
unstuffier; unstuffiest
: not stuffy
especially : not unappealingly formal, pompous, etc.
… like the monarch for his outgoing and unstuffy personality. Tom Burns
a stylish but unstuffy restaurant

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Her posts are equal parts self-portrait and styling suggestions, daily tutorials in cultivating an elegant but unstuffy personal look. Harper's BAZAAR, 6 Feb. 2023 All project a knowing, unstuffy worn-ness that’s more bohemian than by-the-book. Jamie Waters, WSJ, 13 May 2022 In Cambridge's Central Square, Pammy’s also offers outstanding food in an unstuffy setting. Shaan Merchant, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 May 2022 Employing an informed, detailed and unstuffy approach, Saffitz dissects recipes with skill to create a path for every baker to succeed. Kristine M. Kierzek, Journal Sentinel, 7 Nov. 2022 See all Example Sentences for unstuffy 

Word History

First Known Use

1929, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of unstuffy was in 1929

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“Unstuffy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unstuffy. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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