Grotesque
Grotesque (adj & noun) /grəʊˈtesk/
incongruous and ludicrous with a strange shape – distorted – monstrous – misshapen – bizarre – weird – ridiculous – deformed – outrageous, contorted:
Grotesque in context
After the cosmetic surgery, the appearance of his grotesque face was improved tremendously.
As we ventured deeper into the abandoned mansion, the atmosphere grew increasingly eerie. Each room was adorned with grotesque sculptures, their twisted forms and contorted faces seemingly frozen in eternal agony. The grotesque nature of the artwork added to the unsettling vibe, making us feel as though we had stepped into a nightmarish realm where beauty had been distorted beyond recognition. Every shadow seemed to hide another grotesque figure, and with every step, our unease deepened.
Parts of speech
- Noun: grotesqueness
- Adverb: grotesquely
Antonyms
attractive, beautiful, handsome, gorgeous, lovely
