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unflattering

British  
/ ʌnˈflætərɪŋ /

adjective

  1. not flattering

    in an unflattering light

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Though both Mr. Jackman and Ms. Hudson are given unflattering hair and costumes, Mr. Brewer and the actors clearly like and respect these folks, and the appreciation shines through.

From The Wall Street Journal

The 28-year-old did manage to land a handful of shots, however, and the fact the contest stretched into the sixth round was an unflattering reflection on Joshua.

From BBC

But if she is attempting to cast doubt on the merits of your relationship with your son and paint him in an unflattering light, that would be a amber flag.

From MarketWatch

The contrast in numbers is stark and unflattering.

From BBC

Indeed, her book is replete with their habit of self-examination, an unflattering comparison with today’s legacy press.

From The Wall Street Journal