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Definition of understated adjective from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

understated

adjective

/ˌʌndəˈsteɪtɪd/

/ˌʌndərˈsteɪtɪd/

(approving)

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if a style, colour, etc. is understated, it is attractive in a way that is not too obvious synonym subtle
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Understated is used with these nouns:
elegance
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