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Uncomplimentary Definition & Meaning

uncomplimentary
adjective
  1. showing or representing unfavorably; "an unflattering portrait"; "an uncomplimentary dress"
  2. tending to (or intended to) detract or disparage

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What does uncomplimentary mean?
showing or representing unfavorably; "an unflattering portrait"; "an uncomplimentary dress" tending to (or intended to) detract or disparage
What part of speech is uncomplimentary?
Uncomplimentary is an adjective.
How many definitions does uncomplimentary have?
Uncomplimentary has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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