Not as black as (one) is painted In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "not as black as (one) is painted", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Julia Huong calendar 2022-03-15 11:03

Meaning of Not as black as (one) is painted

Not as black as (one) is painted phrase informal simile

Used to say that someone is not as wicked, vicious, or malignant as one is described or thought to be.

The landlord is not as black as he's painted. In fact, he is very sociable and generous.

Most of students say that Ms.Sam is very short-tempered. However, after meeting her a few times, I think she is not as black as she's painted.

Peter is not very friendly, but he is not as black as he is painted.

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