Unshapely — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˌən-ˈshā-plē/ un·shape·ly

Meaning & Definition of Unshapely

Unshapely (adjective)

  1. not having a regular or pleasing shape, not shapely

Unshapely (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in unaesthetic, frumpy

    similar: frumpish, frumpy, plain, unaesthetic, unbecoming, abhorrent, abominable, appalling, awful, disgusting, distasteful, dreadful, gross, horrible, horrid, loathsome, nauseating, nauseous, noisome, repellent, repugnant, repulsive, revolting, sickening, grotesque, hideous, homely, ill-favored, monstrous, ugly, unappealing, unattractive, unbeautiful, uncomely, unhandsome, unlovely, unpleasing, unpretty, unsightly, vile
    opposite: aesthetic, attractive, beauteous, beautiful, bonny (chiefly British), comely, cute, drop-dead, fair, fetching, good-looking, goodly, gorgeous, handsome, knockout, lovely, pretty, ravishing, seemly, sightly, stunning, taking, well-favored, shapely, imposing, impressive, prepossessing

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Unshapely

The most common words with a similar meaning to Unshapely:

frumpish, frumpy, plain, unaesthetic, unbecoming, abhorrent, abominable, appalling, awful, disgusting, distasteful, dreadful, gross, horrible, horrid, loathsome, nauseating, nauseous, noisome, repellent, repugnant, repulsive, revolting, sickening, grotesque, hideous, homely, ill-favored, monstrous, ugly, unappealing, unattractive, unbeautiful, uncomely, unhandsome, unlovely, unpleasing, unpretty, unsightly, vile

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Unshapely

Words with the opposite meaning of Unshapely:

aesthetic, attractive, beauteous, beautiful, bonny, comely, cute, drop-dead, fair, fetching, good-looking, goodly, gorgeous, handsome, knockout, lovely, pretty, ravishing, seemly, sightly, stunning, taking, well-favored, shapely, imposing, impressive, prepossessing

Word Forms of Unshapely

Inflections: unshapelier, unshapeliest

Derived words: unshapeliness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Unshapely

First known use: 13th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Unshapely

What does "Unshapely" mean?

"Unshapely" means not having a regular or pleasing shape, not shapely. As an adjective, it is defined as: not having a regular or pleasing shape, not shapely.

What is another word for "Unshapely"?

Other words for "Unshapely" include frumpish, frumpy, plain, unaesthetic, unbecoming, abhorrent, abominable and appalling. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Unshapely" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Unshapely"?

There are 40 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Unshapely". Common alternatives include frumpish, frumpy, plain, unaesthetic, unbecoming, abhorrent, abominable, appalling, awful and disgusting.

What is the opposite of "Unshapely"?

Antonyms of "Unshapely" include aesthetic, attractive, beauteous, beautiful, bonny, comely, cute and drop-dead.

Is "Unshapely" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Unshapely" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Unshapely"?

"Unshapely" is pronounced /ˌən-ˈshā-plē/ and divided into syllables as un·shape·ly.

What is the origin of the word "Unshapely"?

First known use: 13th century.

What is another word for "Unshapely" meaning "as in unaesthetic, frumpy"?

When "Unshapely" (adjective) means as in unaesthetic, frumpy, synonyms include frumpish, frumpy, plain, unaesthetic, unbecoming and abhorrent. Opposites in this sense include aesthetic, attractive, beauteous and beautiful.