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unattractiveness

UK/ʌnə'træktɪvnɪs/US
B1

Definitions

n.

The state of not being attractive or appealing.

缺乏吸引力,无魅力

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
un-not, reversal
+
attractiveto, toward
+
-nesspull, drag, draw
=unattractiveness

un- (not) + attractive + -ness = the state of not drawing people toward it. A double-derived noun off attract.

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Investors cited the unattractiveness of the deal's terms.

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