Calling Quote by Susan Sontag
“There are more and more taboos about calling something, anything, ugly.”
About This Quote
The quote notes a growing reluctance to label things as ugly, reflecting changing aesthetic norms.
In simple terms: People avoid calling things ugly more often.
Key Takeaway
Consider how language shapes perception of beauty.
Themes
aesthetics
language
social change
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
social
When to use this quote
- art criticism
- media analysis
- education curricula
Key Concepts
taboo
beauty standards
Questions to Reflect On
- Why is calling something ugly now taboo?
- What does this shift say about society?
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