Definition

The process of making something ugly or less attractive.

Example

The uglification of the once beautiful park was disappointing to the community.

Conversation

Have you noticed the uglification of some neighborhoods lately?

Yeah, it’s really sad to see places being neglected like that.

I just don’t understand how people can let such uglification happen around us.

I know, it feels like we should do something to improve our community.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Uglification → It is formed from "ugly" (from Old English *ugly*, meaning unpleasant or repulsive) and "-fication" (from Latin *facere*, meaning to make or do). The word "uglification" means the process of making something ugly or unpleasant.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'ugly' which means unpleasant, and '-fication' means the process of making. This helps you remember that uglification refers to the process of making something ugly.

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