Definition

Not as attractive or pleasant as something else; less lovely.

Example

The weather today is unlovelier than it was yesterday.

Conversation

I think this painting is even unlovelier than the last one we saw.

Really? I kind of thought it had some charm.

Maybe, but the colors just look so dull and sad.

I see what you mean; it definitely doesn’t brighten up the room.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unlovelier → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "lovely" (from Old English "luflic", meaning full of love or pleasing). The suffix "-er" indicates a comparative form. Thus, "unlovelier" means not as pleasing or less full of love compared to something else.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being added to 'lovely' to remember that 'unlovelier' means less pleasing or less full of love.

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