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Ugliness

usgb/ˈʌɡlinəs/Volume
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Visual DispleasurePlay
Use 'ugliness' when something's appearance causes a strong negative emotional reaction. SlideThe graffiti brought ugliness to the charming neighborhood.
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Beyond AestheticsPlay
'Ugliness' can imply an inner quality of something, going deeper than looks. SlideBeyond the ugliness of the building lay a history of neglect.
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Intensity of UglyPlay
'Ugliness' suggests a higher degree of unattractiveness than simply calling something 'ugly'. SlideThe sculpture’s ugliness overshadowed the artist’s intended message.