ug·li·est)
adjective
Definition:
1.
2. unattractive: lacking appealing physical features, especially facial ones
one of the ugliest cities in Europe
He was an exceedingly ugly man, and the painter didn't attempt to disguise the fact.
3. potentially violent: having the potential to result in violence or hostility an ugly mood
4. unpleasant: generally unpleasant or objectionable, or morally repulsive
a dull ugly afternoon
Ugly rumors have been circulating about her private life.
5. Southern U.S. ill-mannered: discourteous or rude
[13th century. >Old Norse uggligr "frightful" < uggr "fear"]
ug·li·ly adverb
ug·li·ness noun