unattractive

adjective

un·​at·​trac·​tive ˌən-ə-ˈtrak-tiv How to pronounce unattractive (audio)
: not attractive : plain, dull
unattractively adverb
unattractiveness noun

Examples of unattractive in a Sentence

an unattractive, awkward baby bird
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There are a few family members who only wear olive, mustard, khaki, black and other dull colors; clunky, unattractive shoes; and few accessories. Judith Martin, Mercury News, 28 June 2025 As shown, the new stadium is simple, unimposing and not unattractive. Edward Keegan, Chicago Tribune, 25 June 2025 While these advancements are promising, Rocket Lab's stock appears expensive and unattractive at its current valuation, especially given its recent significant rally. Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 24 June 2025 Thus, despite its current very low valuation, American Airlines is regarded as a high-risk investment and an unattractive stock to purchase at its existing price. Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 12 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for unattractive

Word History

First Known Use

1813, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of unattractive was in 1813

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“Unattractive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unattractive. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.

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unattractive

adjective
un·​at·​trac·​tive -ˈtrak-tiv How to pronounce unattractive (audio)
: not attractive : plain
unattractively adverb
unattractiveness noun

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