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Good looks Quote by Oscar Wilde

“Women have no appreciation of good looks—at least, good women have not.” quote by Oscar Wilde
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““Women have no appreciation of good looks—at least, good women have not.””

Oscar Wilde

About This Quote

Source Play: Lady Windermere's Fan, 1892

Wilde humorously suggests that women generally overlook physical attractiveness, though truly good women do not.

In simple terms: Women often ignore looks, but good women appreciate them.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and value genuine beauty.

Themes

humor gender society beauty perception

Mood

wry critical

Type

satirical observational

When to use this quote

  • dating
  • social interactions
  • media representation
  • personal relationships

Key Concepts

social commentary satire

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do we prioritize appearance over character?
  • How does humor shape gender stereotypes?
A Different Perspective

The statement may reinforce superficial judgments and overlook deeper qualities.

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