unlovely
/'ʌn'lʌvli/
Definition
Adjective: - Without beauty or charm: Describes something or someone that lacks aesthetic appeal, attractiveness, or pleasing qualities.
Usage
The adjective "unlovely" is used to describe the physical appearance of a person, place, or thing, or to characterize an abstract quality or situation as unattractive or unpleasant. It is a formal or literary term.
Examples
- The industrial zone presented an unlovely landscape of smokestacks and warehouses.
- He made some unlovely remarks about his opponent during the debate.
- The disease left unlovely scars on her skin.
Advanced Usage
- "the unlovely truth": Used to describe a fact or reality that is harsh, unpleasant, or difficult to accept.
- The report laid bare the unlovely truth about the company's financial practices.
Variants and Related Words
- Unloved (adj): Not loved or cherished. (Note: This is a different word focusing on the lack of love received, not the lack of beauty.)
- Lovely (adj): The direct antonym, meaning exquisitely beautiful or delightful.
Synonyms
- Unattractive
- Plain
- Homely (primarily AmE)
- Unprepossessing
Antonyms
- Lovely
- Beautiful
- Attractive
- Charming
Related Idioms or Phrases
- "An unlovely aspect of...": A common phrase used to introduce a negative or undesirable part of something.
- The scandal revealed an unlovely aspect of the political system.
Adjective
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without beauty or charm
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