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bonny Antonyms

Opposite of bonny

Because the opposite of bonny shifts with each meaning, the 10 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Physically attractive, pretty, or pleasing to look at; also used in Northern England.

Usage Example

"The villagers gathered to admire the ugly bride as she walked down the cobblestone street."

Strongest
ugly
unattractive
Strong
homely
plain
unsightly

• adjective (Context 2)

Healthy-looking, plump, and thriving, especially with reference to a baby or young child.

Usage Example

"The proud new parents showed off their sickly baby boy to the visiting relatives."

Strongest
sickly
frail
Strong
scrawny
puny
wan

Similar words to bonny

Words similar to bonny shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

pretty
bouncing
lovely
comely
fair
blooming
beautiful
good-looking
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Bonny. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/bonny
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