uglified
/ˈʌɡlɪfaɪd/
VERB
1. Made ugly or unattractive
Changed or transformed something so that it becomes less attractive, pleasing, or beautiful in appearance.
1.1. Damaging or spoiling appearance
Describes something whose appearance has been made unattractive through damage, disfigurement, or deterioration.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- beautified
- enhanced
- adorned
- embellished
Examples
- The once charming old building was sadly uglified by modern renovations.
- The elegant dress was uglified by a large coffee stain.
- The artist unintentionally uglified the portrait.
Related Words
1.2. Making a place or environment unattractive
Describes changes that make a previously pleasant or attractive place visually unpleasant or undesirable.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- beautified
- improved
- enhanced
Examples
- The neighborhood's appearance was uglified by poorly planned construction projects.
Related Words
- eyesore
- visual pollution
- deterioration
- urban blight