When someone calls you ugly in public, it can be so humiliating that you may be at a loss for words. We are all sensitive about our appearance, and it can be devastating to have someone insult your looks, especially in public. It’s even more horrifying when the person making a dig about the way you look is a supposed friend or a relative.
Just because someone says something about you doesn’t mean it’s true. You could be the most beautiful woman in the world, and some online troll would still spout off that you’re ugly.
Gisele Bündchen was bullied for being tall and gangly and for having pouty lips, and she’s an absolute stunner. Giselle was criticized for being different because she stuck out from the crowd. No doubt some of her mean-spirited haters suffered from jealousy.
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All over the world, people have different ideas of what’s attractive and what’s not. Sure, it can be challenging if the idea of beauty where you live is blonde hair and blue eyes and you don’t fit that mold. Luckily, the world is starting to appreciate different looks. Kate Moss was considered the ideal beauty in the 1990s, and in our current times, people appreciate a curvier figure like Kim Kardashian.
I always think you must be a pretty ugly person on the inside to have the nerve to call another person ugly on the outside.
When someone insults you, it is about power, not about you. If you choose to use one of the comebacks below, you can take your power back and let them know you are not to be messed with.
17 Best comebacks for being called ugly
1. A pretty face is nothing if you have an ugly heart.
2. Too bad you can’t Photoshop your ugly personality.
3. Maybe some of you girls should eat make-up, so you are pretty on the inside.
4. Please, my straightener is hotter than you.
5. I’m sure that 90% of your “beauty” could be removed with a Kleenex.
6. That’s bold coming out of a face that looks like that.
7. Coming from a person whose head looks like a turnip.
8. I’ll be sure to let my parents know you’re dissatisfied with their work.
9. I’m hopeful that is all that we’ve got in common.
10. If I looked like you, I sure wouldn’t be making fun of other people.
11. Your dad doesn’t seem to mind.
12. You might have a nice face but you need to put a bag over that personality.
13 Thankfully, I’m still better looking than you!
14. Didn’t anyone ever tell you that it is rude to comment on how other people look?
15. I’m sorry, I didn’t realize my appearance was up for discussion.
16. It’s cute how you think I care what you think.
17. Thank you for your opinion. You can be sure that I will give it the consideration that it deserves.
Definition of an ugly person
Throwing around the term “ugly” usually means someone’s not ticking the ‘attractive’ box for some folks. This could be thanks to what society says is hot or just personal taste. But here’s the scoop: beauty isn’t a one-size-fits-all deal – it’s all over the place.
Everybody’s got their own awesome quirks. Treating others with kindness and ditching the hurtful jabs is where it’s at. Let’s aim for words that spread empathy, respect, and understanding, no matter where someone’s coming from.
What’s truly an ugly person is somebody who thinks it is OK to insult others and put them down.
How to deal with being called ugly
Taking a punch from the “ugly” tag might not feel like a picnic, but guess what? There’s a glimmer of hope hiding in there. Buckle up for a guide to steer through that bumpy path:
- Feel the punch: Let’s be real, the “ugly” label stings. It can make you question your attractiveness and mess with your confidence.
- Own your rad self: Embrace who you are, inside and out. Your looks are just one piece of your puzzle. Show yourself some love, even when others aren’t tossing it your way.
- Spread wisdom: If someone’s dishing out ugly remarks, school ’em on the power of words. Help them get that throwing shade can mess with folks big time. Beauty’s a wild ride, and everyone’s got their own cool ticket.
- Lean on your friends: If the language battle’s got you down, reach out to friends, fam, or a pro listener. Talking it out can work wonders on your spirit and self-belief.
- Flex your muscles: Instead of dwelling on appearances, shine a light on what you rock at. Find your passions, dive into what gets you excited, and watch your confidence soar.
Hold up, being slapped with the “ugly” label doesn’t slap a new identity on you. Everyone’s packing their own bag of quirks and cool stuff.
Embrace the chance to level up through feedback, and lock in on kick-starting some healthier habits. It’s all about treating both yourself and your friends with respect and kindness.
More comebacks you might like
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Jessie J was bullied for her looks in school and called unattractive
Jessie J
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If you think you had it bad, Jessie J was bullied when she was a teenager because the medication she took turned her skin green. The singer was diagnosed with a heart defect as a child and suffered a minor stroke when she was 18.
Jessie J’s album called, Who’s Laughing Now is about overcoming the kids who bullied her and made fun of the way she looked as a teen.
In a BBC Radio 1 interview, she shared that her strong heart medication”didn’t work” and gave her an “alien tint”.
I had really big teeth, a big fringe. I was just uncomfortable in my skin. I wasn’t the pretty kid, I was the awkward one that didn’t know who I fitted in with.
The only place where I could escape was my dreams. I would enjoy going to sleep because I could dream about something that I wasn’t living.
I remember when I first became established and I received Facebook messages from girls who used to throw stones at my head as I walked home from school. It just made me go, ‘Who’s laughing now?’
It sparked a real emotion that I know hundreds of thousands of millions of children around the world are going through.
Famous designer calls Selena Gomez ugly
Selena Gomez is one of the most beautiful women in the world, most of us wouldn’t mind looking as good as she does.
World famous designer Stefano Gabbana, who designs for Dolce & Gabbana, said, “È proprio brutta!” which translates to from Italian to “she’s really ugly!” He then went on to agree with a comment that she looks like a Pomeranian dog. If he thinks that Selena looks bad what hope is there for the rest of us?
He has been known to verbally bully other celebrities like Miley Cyrus on Instagram.
If someone insults the way you look, try not to take it personally because even the best looking women in the world get slammed for their looks.
Just because someone says something about you, doesn’t mean it’s true.
Selena Gomez created Thirteen Reasons Why to show the affect bullying can have on people. Stefano Gabbana should watch the show.
See his nasty Instagram comments below.
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When you are dealing with being called ugly by others and you find it stressful, consider getting support from a professional. Talking to a counselor is a great way to work through a challenging situation, and help you find some strategies to work through the person’s behaviour.
Better Help is a great resource where you can talk to a counselor from the comfort of your own home.
Taking care of your own needs isn’t selfish, and you will feel better in the long run.
Say back you cant photoshop your ugly personality.
You should say oh wait is that straightener really hot cause really ur like ice.
That’s what happens when I look at you
Nah, if someone calls me ugly, I invented this roast ” Well your face broke 12 mirrors so I ain’t ugly ” it works pretty well too 🙂
You guys think that’s really good? I practiced ?
You should say you can’t spell ugly without u
Or you could say, “Sorry, I’m not your personal mirror.” Then just walk away.
Yessss
Thats soo good, I will use that the next time someone calls me ugly!!
OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOH!
That’s so good!
No…. you should say:
Person: You’re so ugly
Me: Boi u shouldn’t be talking
I would have replied “at least I look better than you”
That’s so good
I like the on were it said b**** please my straightener is hotter than you
You should say “you are but what am I?”
Or “sorry I’m not a mirror”
Or “at least I don’t look like you”
I love the Why Don’t We pun!!!!!!
you should say if I am ugly what does that make you
Thanks that is really good gonna use it
I’m not a mirror is really good thanks
Aw, I’m sorry. I was trying to look like you today!
If I’m ugly we must be twins!
Say excuse me, you have a little bit of face on your make up there. hahaha!!
All you gotta do is keep all calm and say: “Bitch please. The donkey from Shrek is wayy more attractive than your ugly ass self.”
i love that one, im nt fat but if i was i wld certainly use this one
lol!!!!!love that 1biotch pls even Donkey from Shrek is more attractive
Or say “thanks I was trying to look like you”
say ” why are you talking to a mirror? “
Lmao like all the comebacks, its good to say this too: At least i’m not mental enough talking to a mirror. Lol this was inspired by someone in the comments. (you should know yourselves) ;]
Just be like ” atleast I’m not as ugly as you”
Excuse me but I’m not a mirror
No, a better one is, “No one is your mirror, otherwise they would all be broken.”
OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH
what do you say to someone who says that u look like a fish even though she must have something wrong with her eyes coz she looks like one, not me
What about saying, “coming from a face only a mother could love?”
I would tell the biotch it is a actually pretty easy not to be a shitty human being.Try it sometime.
Or say but let me give you some advice It’s actually very easy not being a shitty human try it sometime
I have no idea what to say back to her
Tell her that u not her personal mirror
I don’t care how attractive you think you look. If you have an ugly heart, you’re ugly.
i was trying to look like you but i became much prettier than you IMAGINE!!!!!
if someone calls you ugly say” i dont need your negative OPINIONS, just cause your ugly doesn’t mean you got to go cry about it to someone else”
if someone else calls you ugly say” obviously you haven’t been looking in the mirrior” then laugh. And if they pause for a moment and then they say ”your so ugly that blah blah” say wow how long did it take you to come up with that one” then just laugh with your friends and walk away.
For all the mean girls who think they’re so great.
All the manicure, makeup and clothes can’t change what an ugly person you really are!
i don’t care how attractive you think you look if you have an ugly heart you’re ugly
I love them all!!! I think you did a good job creating this website it gives people the confidence to stand up for themselves. Good job
Thanks Marly!
Byn
Insulter : You are so ugly!
Comeback ( us ) : have you seen the mirror lately cuz u ar beyond ugly! Too bad you can’t photoshop your face cuz the computer thinks your ugly face can’t be fixed anymore!!
HAHAHAHAHHA!!
Idiot: Have you ever tried looking in a mirror?
You: Yeah, I tried but you’ve already cracked them all so it would difficult
(I tried this and it left him list for words XD)
Well at least I’m pretty on the inside. Maybe if you eat all that makeup instead of piling it on your face, maybe you can be too. That would be such an improvement.
oh ok well wow thank you.. i feel so special ..that you took time out of your day to put so much effort into telling me how ugly i am….. Obviously my uglyness cant be that bad..your still staring at me with a gleam in your eyes not a glare :).<
If someone calls you ugly , reply saying , please , its just ur refection ,oh wait…u don’t have one bc u always break ur mirror.
I have a good one when someone says your ugly you could reply ” OH sorry I just wanted to look like you today”
Hahahahahaha love it!
omg yessssssssss love it hahahahaha
OMG!! Okay talk about me all you want, but have YOU looked in the mirror recently?(if they say yes then say) oh well you you missed “a spot”
Hmm yea I’m am ugly I was trying to look like u today bitch
I would say back then you went the other way to looking like me.
Who even are you?
If someone calls you ugly say: I just noticed that awesome ends with “me” and ugly begins with “u”
OHHH SHITT!!???I like that one..i’m going to use it because a boy in my class tells me that i’m ugly every single day butt thank you…A BKY IN MY CLASS WOULD SAY OHH SHIT??
I would have said “you are so ugly, that when you were born, your mom wanted to throw you away
You look like something I drew with my left hand!
Hoi
wat do is say when friends twin(boy) and his friend call yu a spicy noodle/hot?!?!?!?!?
You ugly
Me:look who’s talking have u ever looked in mirror
Or if I’m ugly then your my twin because u look ugly too
Bully: You’re ugly. Victim: Good, I was trying 2 look like u.
Just trying to look like you, and according to your opinion, it worked!
I always say want to tell that to my mom
Here’s two that I made up:
1. Great! I was trying to look like you today.
2. Nope, I think your looking in a mirror.
Yooo I like the first one, that was good.
Um, can all you rats stop making a fuss over nothing? Please don’t tell someone to repeat 3rd grade because of making a few spelling mistakes. Not everyone Is perfect, I’m pretty sure you people have spelt atleast 1 word Incorrectly some point In your life so how about you do me a favour, stop being so immature and simply SHUT your mouth.
“Thanks! I was trying to look like you today!”
Say, “At least I don’t brake the mirror when I look in it”
Thank you have you tried the new Kylie Jenner makeup called you cuz i tried it today and it worked fabulous…
You shoul say “who cares about what you THINK about, cause I KNOW I’m not.” #burn
I’m not a mirror, now leave me alone!
*Seriously use it, it works*
Or you can say “Oh really? Because I tried to make my face ugly this morning just so it can match your face and it looks like I did a pretty good job.”
“not my fault ur eyes don’t work”
if some idiot is really roasting u bad sometimes it’s good when u just say “I know riiiight” because then what’s the point of trying annoying someone who isn’t getting annoyed. then if they start hitting at people around u who u value then start coming with the comebacks on their behalf cuz u can’t stand and watch them hurt other ppl cuz of u. if they start getting really personal on u though use short and snappy comebacks to make them leave u alone.
i definetly agree to this
Um, I think the mirror is over there.
just say: yeah well at least my face doesnt look like nickie minaj’s ass
Say Roses are red, violets are blue, god made me beautiful but what happened to you?
I’m sure that 90% of your “beauty” could be removed with a Kleenex
Bully: man you are one ugly ass bit**
Me: im sorry you have to insult me to make yourself fell better about your own look because of all the mirrors you’ve broken so far.
Thx for the compliment at least I’m not compared to the level of ugliness as you
If you say that you are calling your self ugly cause youron the other side of the mirror
Guys what about when someone says your ugly just say that’s not what York man said last night or if they are single say thats not what your crush said last night or said the zoo called the monkeys miss you you should go back
You should say:
“Stop talking to yourself”
I’m not a mirror and pls get your eyes checked cause I pity that u can’t even see who actually those words are meant for.
Person: You ugly
Me: no, no, I think you are a little confused. Ugly starts with U, Awesome ends with ME.
I love that one! Here is another to say if they say it behind your back:
Bully: Omg he/she is So ugly
You: Does my back look like a voicemail to you? How about you just say it to my face?
Then walk away…
Say “if that’s what pretty its, I would rather be ugly
OMG if someone calls you ugly say this “your so ugly when you look in the mirror your reflection looks away.” It really works!!!
I can get plastic surgery for my ugliness but you on the other hand will just be stupid for eternity
You think I’m ugly, take a look in the mirror. Oh yeah, I forgot you can’t. Too bad your hideous face cracked it