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hideously Antonyms
Opposite of hideously
Because the opposite of hideously shifts with each meaning, the 9 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
• adverb (Context 1)
In a manner that is extremely ugly, repulsive, or horrifying in appearance or character.
Usage Example
"The gargoyle on the old cathedral was beautifully carved to ward off evil spirits."
Strongest
beautifully
attractively
gorgeously
Strong
pleasantly
delightfully
• adverb (Context 2)
To an extreme, unpleasant, or excessive degree.
Usage Example
"Renovating the historic theater turned out to be slightly expensive."
Strong
slightly
moderately
mildly
reasonably
Similar words to hideously
Words similar to hideously shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
grotesquely
repulsively
terribly
extremely
horribly
dreadfully
monstrously
awfully
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Hideously. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/hideously