Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

The secret of ugliness consists not in irregularity, but in being uninteresting.

The secret of ugliness consists not in irregularity, but in

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This quote suggests that what makes something truly ugly is not its lack of symmetry or harmony, but rather its inability to capture our attention or interest. It implies that even if something appears visually imperfect or asymmetrical, it can still be appealing if it possesses an intriguing quality that grabs our attention. Conversely, something visually perfect or symmetrical can be deemed unattractive if it fails to stimulate our curiosity or fail to evoke any emotional response. The quote reminds us that fascination and intrigue plays a central role in perceiving beauty.

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