Definition

Adverb * In a manner that is not pleasing, appealing, or aesthetically agreeable to the senses, especially to sight.

Usage

The adverb "unattractively" is used to describe how an action is performed, specifically indicating that the action results in an unappealing appearance or quality. It modifies verbs related to appearance, presentation, or arrangement.

Examples

• The room was unattractively cluttered with old boxes and papers.
• He had dressed rather unattractively for the important interview.
• The building was unattractively painted in dull, mismatched colors.
• The food was unattractively presented on the plate.

Advanced Usage

• "unattractively thin": This phrase describes a thinness that is perceived as unhealthy or displeasing, rather than slender.
  • After his illness, he became unattractively thin.
• "unattractively competitive": Describes a manner of competing that is perceived as aggressive, bitter, or off-putting.
  • Her unattractively competitive nature alienated her colleagues.

Variants and Related Words

• Unattractive (adjective): Not pleasing or appealing to look at.
  • The proposal was financially unattractive.
• Attractively (adverb): The direct opposite, meaning in a pleasing or appealing manner.
  • The gift was attractively wrapped.

Synonyms

• Unappealingly
• Unpleasantly
• Plainly (in some contexts)
• Unsightly (though this is typically an adjective)

Antonyms

• Attractively
• Appealingly
• Pleasingly
• Beautifully

Adverb

1. in an unattractive manner
   • she was unattractively dressed last night