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eyesore

[ˈaɪsɔː(r)]

eyesore Definition

something that is unpleasant or offensive to look at.

Using eyesore: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "eyesore" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The abandoned building had become an eyesore in the neighborhood.

  • Example

    The billboard was an eyesore on the beautiful landscape.

  • Example

    The old car in the front yard was an eyesore for the neighbors.

eyesore Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for eyesore

Phrases with eyesore

  • something that is unpleasant to look at

    Example

    The graffiti on the wall was a sore sight for the residents.

  • something that spoils the appearance of a place

    Example

    The factory was a blot on the landscape, ruining the natural beauty of the area.

  • stick out like a sore thumb

    to be very noticeable because it is different from everything else around it

    Example

    His bright red shirt made him stick out like a sore thumb in the sea of black suits.

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Summary: eyesore in Brief

'Eyesore' [ˈaɪsɔː(r)] refers to something unpleasant or offensive to look at. It can be used to describe anything from an abandoned building to a billboard that ruins a beautiful landscape. Phrases like 'a sore sight' and 'a blot on the landscape' are often used to describe similar situations.