Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Showing results for unattractive. Search instead for nattaktiv.
Definitions

unattractive

ADJECTIVE
ugly
Synonyms
STRONGEST
disgusting repugnant repulsive unappealing
WEAK
bad-looking beastly deformed disfigured frightful gross grotesque hideous homely horrid monstrous not much to look at plain repelling revolting unalluring unsightly
Antonyms
STRONGEST
attractive pleasant pleasing

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

If the dollar is unattractive as a portfolio hedge, the more incentive there is to reduce dollar exposure.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 12, 2026

He blamed a combination of unattractive pay and youngsters' unwillingness to dedicate time and energy to mastering the craft.

From Barron's • Jan. 19, 2026

While Venezuela has vast oil reserves, its crude is a heavy, high-sulfur variety that is considered low quality and commercially unattractive.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 11, 2026

Fragile global bond markets do keep an eye on any unattractive economic or political factors.

From BBC • Sep. 6, 2025

This sounds unattractive, but it was entertaining rather than off-putting.

From "The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate" by Jacqueline Kelly