ugliness
2 synonyms and 1 antonyms for ugliness, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The quality of being unpleasant to look at.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
Etymology
Formed from "ugly" plus the noun-forming suffix "-ness".
Full origin of ugliness →Frequently asked questions
What does “ugliness” mean?
The word “ugliness” means the quality of being unpleasant to look at. In plain terms, being unattractive — or, for behaviour, being nasty and unpleasant.
How do you use “ugliness” in a sentence?
Here is “ugliness” used in a sentence: “The renovation was meant to hide the ugliness of the old facade.”
What is another word for “ugliness”?
Words with a similar meaning to “ugliness” include repulsiveness and homeliness.
What is the opposite of “ugliness”?
The opposite of “ugliness” — its antonyms — is beauty.
What part of speech is “ugliness”?
“Ugliness” is a noun.
How many meanings does “ugliness” have?
“Ugliness” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the quality of being unpleasant to look at.