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Less romantic vs Not romantic

Both phrases are correct, but they convey slightly different meanings. 'Less romantic' implies a lower level of romance compared to something else, while 'not romantic' indicates a complete absence of romance. The choice between the two depends on the context and the degree of romance you want to convey.

Last updated: March 23, 2024 • 737 views

Less romantic

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to indicate a lower level of romance compared to something else. It implies that there is some degree of romance, but it is not as strong as in other situations.

Examples:

Their relationship is less romantic than it used to be.
The movie was less romantic than I expected.
The setting was beautiful but less romantic than I had hoped.
The new restaurant is nice, but it's less romantic than the one we used to go to.
The book was enjoyable, but it was less romantic than I thought it would be.

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I guess I can't think of anything less romantic than having to spend that kind of money to prove you love somebody.
And by the way, can you think of a less romantic way to meet someone?
But imagine it a little less romantic than it sounds.
Bit less romantic, the windmills, and they employ fewer people, but...
Must seem a little less romantic now.

Alternatives:

more practical
slightly romantic
somewhat romantic
a bit less romantic
not as romantic

Not romantic

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to indicate a complete absence of romance. It implies that there is no romantic element present in the situation or context.

Examples:

Their relationship is not romantic at all.
The movie was not romantic in the slightest.
The setting was nice, but it was not romantic.
The new restaurant is good for friends, but it's not romantic.
The book was interesting, but it was not romantic.

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Fun, not... not romantic really.
If he thinks my parents are sniffing us out, It'll just make him paranoid, not romantic.
- We, it's not romantic.
She thinks I'm boring, not romantic, and not good at making money.
Mr. De Hoyzen, Mr. De Hoyzen, it's really, it's not romantic.
The vibe of the Bridge Chimney is sophisticated but not romantic.
It was not romantic or intimate.
Now you're making me sound like I'm not romantic.
I'm not romantic, you know.
No, lunch is not romantic.
But this stuff is not romantic.
'80s hair bands is not romantic.
Angie and I are not romantic weekend types.
No, it's... not romantic.
We still love each other, but it's not romantic.
But when I kissed him on the forehead, it was not romantic.
For someone like us, this is not romantic at all.
It's not romantic, but it saves hundreds of deaths and stomachaches.
Okay, you know what's not romantic?
You like comedies, but not romantic comedies.

Alternatives:

devoid of romance
lacking in romance
completely unromantic
void of romance
without any romance

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