dowdiness

/ˈdaʊdinəs/
noun
  1. The quality or state of being unfashionable, shabby, or dull in appearance.
    • Her dowdiness made her stand out at the glamorous party.
    • The old sofa's dowdiness was hidden under a colorful throw blanket.
    • He tried to overcome his dowdiness by buying a new suit.
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