… UNSIGHTLY
Published by Naitik Mehta · March 5, 2026
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… UNSIGHTLY (4)
Answer
The answer to … UNSIGHTLY is Ugly (4 letters).
Why does Ugly fit this clue?
This clue works as a fill-in-the-blank or synonym completion, where the ellipsis signals that UGLY is the word being defined or extended by the prompt word 'UNSIGHTLY.' UGLY means visually displeasing or unattractive in appearance. UNSIGHTLY is a near-perfect synonym for UGLY, both describing something that offends the eye or looks bad. The two words are so closely matched in meaning that dictionaries routinely list one as a definition of the other, making this a tight synonym clue.
What does … UNSIGHTLY mean?
We break down each word in the clue and show its dictionary definition below.
unsightly
adjective
•unpleasant or unattractive to look at
Where did this clue appear?
This clue appeared as 7-across in the New York Times Mini on March 5, 2026, by Sam Ezersky, edited by Joel Fagliano. See all answers for this puzzle.
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What does Ugly mean?
noun
•Ugliness.
•An ugly person or thing.
verb
•To make ugly (sometimes with up).
adjective
•Displeasing to the eye; not aesthetically pleasing.
•Displeasing to the ear or some other sense.
Origin of the word Ugly
•origin: Old Norse 'uggligr'
•period: Middle English (13th century)
The word originally meant 'fearful' or 'dreadful' and is related to the Old Norse word 'ugga' meaning 'to fear', showing how the concept shifted from inspiring fear to being visually unpleasing.
How to use Ugly in a sentence
Here are 3 examples of how to use the word Ugly.
•“The abandoned lot was filled with ugly, unsightly debris that made the whole neighborhood look run-down.”
•“She couldn't bring herself to wear the ugly sweater her grandmother had knitted for her birthday.”
•“The argument turned ugly when both sides started making personal attacks instead of discussing the real issues.”
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The New York Times Mini for March 5, 2026 was published by Sam Ezersky and has 10 clues. Curious about all the answers from this crossword puzzle? View all answers here.
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Frequently asked questions about … UNSIGHTLY
- What is the answer to … UNSIGHTLY?
- The answer is Ugly (4 letters).
- Where did this clue appear?
- This clue was last seen in the New York Times Mini on March 5, 2026.
- How many letters does the answer to … UNSIGHTLY have?
- The answer has 4 letters: Ugly.
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