ugly
adjective
very unattractive or unpleasant to look at; offensive to the sense of beauty; displeasing in appearance.
ugliest
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superlativeof ugly.superlative
The form of an adjective or adverb indicating the greatest degree of a quality.
Example Sentences
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Still, the settlement agreement bars either side from appealing Liman’s ruling, potentially drawing one of Hollywood’s ugliest recent legal fights to a close.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 12, 2026
"If you want to see how safe El Salvador is, go to the ugliest, darkest place, sit on a rock, and wait for dawn," the president boasts.
From Barron's ● Feb. 24, 2026
The pair clearly reinforce each other’s ugliest tendencies.
From Salon ● Feb. 18, 2026
A building once described as "Britain's ugliest" has been granted Grade II listed status, ending a 35‑year campaign to secure protection for one of London's Brutalist landmarks.
From BBC ● Feb. 10, 2026
“It’s like Halloween, only better. It’s the ugliest, gooshiest thing you ever saw, and I bet both of you wet your pants,” Tom said.
From "The House of the Scorpion" by Nancy Farmer
