Synonyms for "ugly"
14 kid-friendly synonyms for ugly, sorted by grade level (K-2, 3-5, 6-8).
What does "ugly" mean?
The word ugly is an adjective that means: not nice to look at.
Example: "The mud puddle is ugly."
Grade K–2Easy synonyms for ugly
Younger kids can use these in place of "ugly":
Grade 3–5Stronger words for ugly
For elementary writers ready to add precision and variety to their vocabulary:
Grade 6–8Middle-school vocabulary for ugly
Tier 2 academic alternatives — useful for essays, persuasive writing, and standardized tests:
Opposites of ugly (antonyms)
Words that mean the opposite of ugly:
FAQ — synonyms for ugly
What is a good synonym for ugly in a kid's writing?
For K-2 writers, try yucky. For older students, "unattractive" reads more naturally in school writing.
How many synonyms does ugly have?
We list 14 grade-appropriate synonyms for ugly across three reading levels. Adults' thesauruses include dozens more, but most aren't useful for K-8 vocabulary.
Is ugly a noun, verb, or adjective?
In this entry, ugly is used as an adjective.
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