Ugliness: meaning, definitions and examples
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ugliness
[ ˈʌɡlinəs ]
physical appearance
The quality or state of being ugly; lack of beauty or attractiveness.
Synonyms
hideousness, unattractiveness, unsightliness.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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ugliness |
This word is generally used to describe something or someone that lacks beauty or is visually unappealing. It's a broad term that can be applied in various situations.
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unattractiveness |
This term is more neutral and is used to describe someone or something that isn't appealing or attractive. It is often used in a more polite or clinical context.
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unsightliness |
This word is often used to describe something that is not pleasant to view. It is typically applied to objects, places, or situations rather than people.
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hideousness |
This word carries a stronger negative connotation and is often used to describe something that is very unpleasant to look at, sometimes invoking a sense of horror or disgust.
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Examples of usage
- Her ugliness was only surpassed by her cruel personality.
- He was mocked for his ugliness, but he shrugged it off with a smile.
unpleasantness
The quality of being unpleasant, offensive, or repulsive.
Synonyms
offensiveness, repulsiveness, vileness.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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ugliness |
When describing something that visually looks unpleasant or unattractive.
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offensiveness |
When something is not only unattractive but also insulting or causes anger due to its unpleasant nature.
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repulsiveness |
When something causes a strong feeling of disgust or revulsion because of its unattractiveness.
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vileness |
When describing something morally reprehensible or wicked, often combining a sense of ugliness with bad character.
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Examples of usage
- The ugliness of the situation made it difficult to find a solution.
- The ugliness of his words left a bitter taste in my mouth.
Translations
Translations of the word "ugliness" in other languages:
🇵🇹 feiúra
🇮🇳 कुरूपता
🇩🇪 Hässlichkeit
🇮🇩 keburukan
🇺🇦 потворність
🇵🇱 brzydota
🇯🇵 醜さ (minikusa)
🇫🇷 laideur
🇪🇸 fealdad
🇹🇷 çirkinlik
🇰🇷 추함 (chuham)
🇸🇦 قبح (qubḥ)
🇨🇿 ošklivost
🇸🇰 škaredosť
🇨🇳 丑陋 (chǒulòu)
🇸🇮 grdota
🇮🇸 ljótleiki
🇰🇿 сұрықсыздық
🇬🇪 საძაგლობა (sadzagloba)
🇦🇿 çirkinlik
🇲🇽 fealdad
Etymology
The word 'ugliness' dates back to the Middle English period, derived from the Old English word 'ugle', meaning frightful or dreadful. Over time, the word evolved to encompass both physical unattractiveness and unpleasantness. The concept of ugliness has been a recurring theme in art, literature, and philosophy, often used to contrast with notions of beauty and perfection.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #18,390, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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- 18392 shorn
- 18393 aggressiveness
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