Definition of: ugly

(ug′lē) adjective ·li·er, ·li·est
1. Displeasing to the esthetic feelings, as from lack of grace or proportion; distasteful in appearance: ill-looking; unsightly.
2. Repulsive to the moral sentiments: revolting.
3. Bad in character or consequences, as a rumor or a wound.
4. Colloq. Ill-tempered: quarrelsome.
5. Portending storms; threatening: said of the weather. [<ON uggligr dreadful <uggr fear]
—ug′li·ly adverb
—ug′li·ness noun