nonaesthetic
- adjective
- /ˌnoʊnəˈɛsθɪtɪk/
- Despite its nonaesthetic appearance, the device works extremely well.
Examples
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Some people find the sculpture nonaesthetic, but others appreciate its bold style.
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The building's nonaesthetic design turned many people away.
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The building's nonaesthetic design made it stand out in the historic neighborhood.
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Her nonaesthetic choices in decor surprised her friends.
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Many critics described the nonaesthetic features of the car as unappealing and awkward.
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The nonaesthetic layout of the park made visitors question its design choices.
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Although the artwork is nonaesthetic, it conveys a powerful message about society.
Synonyms
Not pleasant to look at or to the senses
Unpleasant to look at
Not attractive, pleasant, or interesting
Not attractive in looks or style
Not pleasant to look at
Not pleasing to look at
Antonyms
How Unattractive
Surface Forms
Morphology
nonaesthetic = aesthetic (transparent) = non + aesthetic
The meaning is a straightforward negation formed by the productive prefix 'non-' plus the adjective 'aesthetic', so learners can derive 'not aesthetic'.
Etymology
Nonaesthetic joins non- ('not') with aesthetic ('pleasing to the eye' or 'related to beauty'), so it means 'not pleasing in appearance'.