not much to look at
Plain in appearance
Not much to look at describes someone or something physically unimpressive or plain—lacking beauty, style, or visual appeal.
The phrase often introduces a contrast with hidden virtues: The restaurant isn't much to look at, but the food is incredible.
Applied to people, it's a gentle way of calling someone unattractive: He's not much to look at, but he's got a good heart.
- unlovelyNot pleasing aesthetically
- wallflowerShy person avoiding socializing
- homelyUnattractive in appearance
- plainBasic and unremarkable
- unattractiveNot pleasing aesthetically
underwhelming · unremarkable · nondescript · forgettable · dull · unimpressive · no great shakes · ordinary · unsightly · rough around the edges · simple · underestimated · overlooked · nothing to write home about · uninspiring · disappointing · austere · drab
not much to look atstunning
Extremely impressive or beautiful
gorgeous · beautiful · drop-dead gorgeous · handsome · breathtaking
not much to look ateye-catching
Immediately noticeable, visually
impressive · spectacular · magnificent · dazzling · show-stopping
much, look, looks, looked, looking, looker, outlook, overlook, onlooker