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ugly

Adjective
pl: nullpast: nullpp: nulling: nullcomp: ugliersup: ugliest

This word carries a heavy emotional weight that goes beyond simple lack of beauty. When describing appearance, it suggests a visceral reaction of distaste or repulsion, making it far more aggressive than words like plain or unattractive. In social or behavioral contexts, the term shifts toward a sense of moral decay or hostility. It describes situations where civility has collapsed and been replaced by spite, aggression, or a looming threat of violence.

Meanings

Adjective
[someone][something]

Unpleasant or repulsive in appearance.

"The old building was grey, crumbling, and generally ugly."

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