Inornate

Pronunciation
/in-or-NATE/
Category
Descriptive
Plural
Inornates

Definition

Lacking elaborate or excessive ornamentation.

Etymology

From Latin 'ornatus', meaning 'adorned', with the prefix 'in-' indicating 'not'.

Example

The inornate appearance of the moth helps it stay camouflaged against tree bark.

Synonyms

  • Plain
  • Unadorned

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