1. not wearing a gown or formal robe
Usage: often used in academic or ceremonial contexts

Examples

• The ungowned professor looked casual compared to his colleagues at the ceremony.
• Students were surprised to see their usually ungowned dean wearing full academic regalia.
• The ungowned graduates waited nervously for their turn to receive diplomas.
• In the informal setting, even the judges remained ungowned.
• The ungowned clergy member stood out among the formally dressed participants.
• She felt underdressed being ungowned at the academic procession.