Definition

Not visually appealing or attractive; lacking beauty or charm.

Example

The view from the hotel was unpicturesque, with dull buildings and a gray sky.

Conversation

I drove through that new neighborhood yesterday; it looks really unpicturesque.

Yeah, I heard it doesn't have much character compared to the older parts of town.

Exactly! I was expecting something charming, but it just felt bland and unpicturesque.

Sometimes newer places lack that unique vibe, I guess.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unpicturesque → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "picturesque" (from French *pittoresque*, meaning visually attractive or charming). The word "unpicturesque" means not visually attractive or charming.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') and something that is 'visually attractive' ('picturesque') — so unpicturesque describes something that lacks visual charm.

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