noun
- the process of making something ugly or less attractive
Examples
- The uglification of the historic downtown area upset many residents.
- Urban sprawl led to the uglification of the once-pristine countryside.
- The graffiti contributed to the uglification of the subway station.
- City planners worked to prevent the uglification of the waterfront district.
- The industrial development resulted in the uglification of the scenic valley.
- Environmental activists protested the uglification of the national park.