unattractive
gb/ˌʌnətɹˈæktɪv/ us/ˌʌnətɹˈæktɪv/
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adjective
B2
property
1
not pleasant to look at
not nice to look at; not beautiful
Patrón de uso:
[someone/something] is unattractive
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes use unattractive when they mean 'unfriendly' or 'unpleasant'; unattractive mainly describes looks.
Sinónimos
ugly (stronger and more direct; can sound rude.)
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plain (milder; suggests ordinary rather than ugly.)
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unappealing (more general; can be about looks or other qualities.)
Antónimos
attractive (pleasant to look at; visually appealing.)
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good-looking (commonly used especially for people.)
Colocaciones
an unattractive person
|an unattractive face
|an unattractive man/woman
|an unattractive building
|an unattractive design
|an unattractive color
|an unattractive pattern
|an unattractive outfit
|an unattractive scar
|an unattractive feature
Temas
appearance
|daily_life
Ejemplos
- The old carpet was stained and unattractive.
- She thought the hotel room was clean but unattractive.
- The website’s layout is cluttered and unattractive.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- This dress is unattractive.
- That building is unattractive.
adjective
B2
property
2
not appealing or desirable
not interesting or not a good choice
Patrón de uso:
[something] is unattractive (to [someone])
Error frecuente:
Learners may limit unattractive to physical beauty; it is also common for offers, options, or plans.
Sinónimos
unappealing (very close; often sounds slightly more neutral.)
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undesirable (emphasizes that people do not want it.)
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off-putting (emphasizes that it discourages interest.)
Antónimos
appealing (attracting interest or desire.)
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attractive (desirable or advantageous (e.g., an attractive offer).)
Colocaciones
an unattractive offer
|an unattractive option
|an unattractive proposal
|an unattractive deal
|an unattractive investment
|an unattractive salary
|unattractive terms
|an unattractive prospect
|an unattractive alternative
|an unattractive idea
Temas
emotions
|business
|decision_making
Ejemplos
- The job sounded interesting, but the long commute was unattractive.
- High fees make the plan unattractive to many customers.
- In a weak market, the stock can look unattractive to investors.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- The price is unattractive.
- This offer is unattractive to me.
Gramática
Forma de diccionario
unattractive
AFI
GB/ˌʌnətɹˈæktɪv/
US/ˌʌnətɹˈæktɪv/
Sílabas y acento
un - at - tract - ive (4 sílabas)
Stress on 3rd syllable (tract)
Formas de la palabra
Adjective
- Base: unattractive
Expresiones
unattractive to [someone]
1/ˌʌnətɹˈæktɪv tə sˈʌmwˌʌn/
fixed phrase
not appealing to someone
not interesting or not good for someone
Ejemplos
- The late-night schedule is unattractive to families with young children.
- These conditions are unattractive to top candidates.
- A high deposit can be unattractive to first-time buyers.