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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

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Antonyms

Etymology

Formed from "ugly" plus the noun-forming suffix "-ness".

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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.

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