Synonyms for

Ugliness

Verb / ˈʌgli:nʌs / Another word for ugliness — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

the quality or state of being unpleasant in appearance or character

Synonyms & similar words

nefariousness wickedness vileness beauty unattractiveness unsightliness homeliness unpleasantness unloveliness monstrosity repulsiveness displeasingness unhandsomeness loathsomeness offensiveness hideousness repugnance unprettiness deformity unsight monstrosity

Example sentences

  1. The ugliness of the graffiti on the wall was a blight on the neighborhood.
  2. She tried to ignore the ugliness of the comments on social media.
  3. The ugliness of the political debate made many people turn off their TVs.
  4. The ugliness of the argument between the siblings was hard to ignore.
  5. The ugliness of the car accident left a lasting impression on the witnesses.

Quotes

  • Beauty is only skin deep, but ugliness goes clean to the bone.
  • We are all full of weakness and errors; let us mutually pardon each other our follies - it is the first law of nature.
  • The world is a tragedy to those who feel, but a comedy to those who think.

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