unflattering

/ʌnˈflætərɪŋ/
adjective
  1. Making someone or something look less attractive or good than they really are.
    • He wore an unflattering shirt that was too tight and the wrong color.
    • The article gave an unflattering description of the politician's past.
    • That unflattering photo made her look much older.
  2. Not showing someone or something in a positive or favorable way; critical or negative.
    • She received some unflattering comments about her presentation.
    • The review was unflattering, pointing out every flaw in the movie.
    • The report painted an unflattering picture of the company's safety record.
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