unattractively-arranged
|un-at-trac-tive-ly-ar-ranged|
/ˌʌnəˈtræktɪvli əˈreɪndʒd/
not attractively arranged
Etymology
'unattractively-arranged' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not,' combined with 'attractively,' which is derived from 'attract,' and 'arranged,' from the verb 'arrange.'
'Unattractively-arranged' combines the adverb 'unattractively' with the past participle 'arranged' to form a compound adjective.
Initially, it meant 'not arranged in an attractive manner,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
arranged in a manner that lacks aesthetic appeal or is not pleasing to the eye.
The flowers were unattractively-arranged in the vase, making the room look cluttered.
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Last updated: 2025/02/21 08:16