Uncomely

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈkʌmli/

Definitions of uncomely

adjective not pleasing in appearance; unattractive

Example Sentences

A1 The old house had an uncomely exterior.

A2 She wore an uncomely dress to the party.

B1 The uncomely statue stood out among the beautiful sculptures in the museum.

B2 Despite his uncomely appearance, he had a charming personality.

C1 The uncomely building was in desperate need of renovation.

C2 Her uncomely features did not diminish her inner beauty.

Examples of uncomely in a Sentence

formal The uncomely building stood out among the sleek modern structures in the city.

informal She was wearing an uncomely outfit that didn't quite match the occasion.

slang That hairstyle is so uncomely, you should definitely change it.

figurative His uncomely behavior towards his colleagues made it difficult for him to gain their trust.

Grammatical Forms of uncomely

• past tense: uncomelied
• plural: uncomelies
• comparative: more uncomely
• superlative: most uncomely
• present tense: uncomely
• future tense: will be uncomely
• perfect tense: has been uncomely
• continuous tense: is being uncomely
• singular: uncomely
• positive degree: uncomely
• infinitive: to be uncomely
• gerund: being uncomely
• participle: uncomely

Origin and Evolution of uncomely

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'uncomely' originated from Middle English, derived from the Old English word 'cymlic' meaning 'lovely or beautiful'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'uncomely' shifted from 'lovely or beautiful' to 'not attractive or pleasing in appearance'.