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uglier

The correct spelling is uglier.

How to pronounce uglier

adjective

Say it like: Ugl-eer

The correct spelling is uglier. Displeasing to the eye; not aesthetically pleasing. For example: "He played an ugly trick on us."

Usage Examples

He played an ugly trick on us.

an ugly temper; to feel ugly

With all this competition, expect things to get ugly.

Definition

adjective

  1. 1.Displeasing to the eye; not aesthetically pleasing.
  2. 2.Displeasing to the ear or some other sense.
  3. 3.Offensive to one's sensibilities or morality.
  4. 4.Ill-natured; crossgrained; quarrelsome.
  5. 5.Unpleasant; disagreeable; likely to cause trouble or loss.

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