Unlovely

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈlʌvli/

Definitions of unlovely

adjective A word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun. In this case, 'unlovely' describes something that is not attractive or pleasing.

Example Sentences

A1 The old abandoned house looked unlovely from the outside.

A2 The unlovely weather made it difficult to enjoy the outdoor activities.

B1 Despite its unlovely appearance, the restaurant had amazing food.

B2 The unlovely painting did not match the rest of the room's decor.

C1 The unlovely truth was finally revealed after years of speculation.

C2 Her unlovely personality made it hard for others to connect with her.

Examples of unlovely in a Sentence

formal The unlovely building stood out among the elegant architecture of the city.

informal I don't like that unlovely dress you're wearing.

slang That unlovely haircut is not doing you any favors.

figurative Her unlovely personality made it hard for others to warm up to her.

Grammatical Forms of unlovely

• past tense: unloved
• plural: unlovelies
• comparative: less lovely
• superlative: least lovely
• present tense: unlovely
• future tense: will be unlovely
• perfect tense: has been unlovely
• continuous tense: is being unlovely
• singular: unlovely
• positive degree: lovely
• infinitive: to be unlovely
• gerund: being unlovely
• participle: unloving

Origin and Evolution of unlovely

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'unlovely' originated from Middle English, derived from the combination of 'un-' (meaning 'not') and 'lovely' (meaning 'attractive or beautiful').

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'unlovely' has retained its original meaning of 'not attractive or beautiful', and is commonly used to describe something that is unpleasant or lacking in charm.