unambitious

The word “unambitious” has 4 syllables: un-am-bi-tious

It's pronounced as /ˌʌnæmˈbɪʃəs/


What is synonym and antonym for unambitious?

In the thesaurus, “unambitious” has 28 synonyms and 26 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for unambitious along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for unambitious

  • courteous
  • diffident
  • folksy
  • gentle
  • homey
  • humble
  • indolent
  • laid-back
  • lazy
  • meek
  • modest
  • ordinary
  • polite
  • quiet
  • respectful
  • self-effacing
  • sheepish
  • shiftless
  • shy
  • simple
  • slothful
  • soft-spoken
  • straightforward
  • tentative
  • timid
  • unassuming
  • unobtrusive
  • unpretentious

Antonyms for unambitious

  • ambitious
  • bold
  • brave
  • complex
  • complicated
  • conceited
  • discourteous
  • egotistical
  • extraordinary
  • extroverted
  • flaunting
  • immodest
  • impolite
  • industrious
  • intricate
  • loud
  • obtrusive
  • presumptuous
  • pretentious
  • proud
  • rude
  • troubled
  • unashamed
  • uncivil
  • unmannerly
  • unrefined

Meanings of unambitious

  • adjective
    1. Having little ambition for success or achievement.

Example Sentences

  • She was content with her simple life and held unambitious career aspirations.
  • The new employee's lack of drive and initiative made them appear unambitious to their colleagues.
  • Despite his talents, he chose to lead an unambitious life, preferring simplicity over fame.
  • The company was criticized for its unambitious goals in the market, lacking innovation.
  • Her parents worried that her unambitious attitude would hinder her success in the competitive job market.

On this page you'll find 54 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to unambitious, such as: ambitious, bold, brave, complex, complicated, conceited, courteous.

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