What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
unaesthetic
Example
The unaesthetic design of the building drew criticism from the community. [unaesthetic: adjective]
Example
The artist intentionally created an unaesthetic piece to challenge traditional notions of beauty. [unaesthetic: adjective]
unsightly
Example
The abandoned house was overgrown with weeds and had become an unsightly blight on the neighborhood. [unsightly: adjective]
Example
The graffiti on the wall was unsightly and detracted from the beauty of the park. [unsightly: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Unsightly is more commonly used than unaesthetic in everyday language, especially in informal contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between unaesthetic and unsightly?
Unaesthetic is more formal than unsightly, which is more commonly used in informal contexts.
