UNCOMELY Synonyms: 72 Similar and Opposite Words

uncomely

adjective

ˌən-ˈkəm-lē

Definition of uncomely

as in ugly

unpleasant to look at behind his somewhat uncomely face lay a sweet and charming personality

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Recent Examples of uncomely Everyone knows ugliness is in the eye of the beholder and, to a dog lover, there is no such thing as an uncomely canine. — John Rogers, Twin Cities, 24 June 2019

Recent Examples of Synonyms for uncomely

Adjective

The animation is truly ugly, the characters moving at the framerate of a PowerPoint and looking less like the animals they’re supposed to be than weird hybrid troll creatures.

— Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 21 Aug. 2026
The wrong paint color, outdated furniture, and yes, even an ugly light fixture could be aging your home and (ugh) majorly cramping its style.

— Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of ugly

Adjective

The identity of the unpleasing Lindsay Marriott’s slayer has no pressing interest.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 23 July 2026
The remarks not only referred to the aesthetics of the game – tedious matches devoid of skillful merit that were unpleasing to watch.

— Cesar R. Torres, The Conversation, 26 May 2026

Definition of unpleasing

Adjective

The bizarre and grotesque outcome is that the repressiveness of the state proves to be its own reward.

— Alexandra Schwartz, New Yorker, 21 Aug. 2026
Midge's grotesque, defiant nature challenged societal norms, solidifying her as a pioneering and powerful figure in comics.

— Rob Salkowitz, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026