Undesirably: meaning, definitions and examples
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undesirably
[ ˌʌndɪˈzaɪərəbli ]
negative circumstances
The word 'undesirably' refers to something that is not wanted or regarded as unfavorable. It describes actions or conditions that are not desired or that have negative consequences. For example, an outcome can be termed 'undesirably' when it results in an unwanted effect, such as harm or loss. Its usage often implies a sense of disappointment regarding the situation it describes.
Synonyms
disagreeably, unfavorably, unwanted
Examples of usage
- The project unfolded undesirably.
- The weather turned undesirably cold.
- He behaved undesirably at the event.
Translations
Translations of the word "undesirably" in other languages:
🇵🇹 indesejavelmente
🇮🇳 अनिच्छापूर्वक
🇩🇪 unerwünscht
🇮🇩 secara tidak diinginkan
🇺🇦 недоцільно
🇵🇱 niepożądanie
🇯🇵 望ましくない形で
🇫🇷 indésirablement
🇪🇸 indeseablemente
🇹🇷 istenmeyen bir şekilde
🇰🇷 원하지 않게
🇸🇦 بشكل غير مرغوب فيه
🇨🇿 nežádoucím způsobem
🇸🇰 nežiaducim spôsobom
🇨🇳 不受欢迎地
🇸🇮 neželjeno
🇮🇸 óæskilegt
🇰🇿 қалаусыз түрде
🇬🇪 არასასურველად
🇦🇿 istənməyən şəkildə
🇲🇽 indeseablemente
Etymology
The term 'undesirably' derives from the root word 'desire,' which comes from the Latin 'desiderare,' meaning 'to long for or wish for.' The prefix 'un-' is added to signify negation, indicating the absence or rejection of desire. Thus, 'undesirable' combines 'un-' and 'desire' to suggest something or someone not worthy of longing or aspiration. As it transitioned into English during the Middle Ages, the adverbial form 'undesirably' emerged to specify the manner in which an action or situation is deemed unfavorable. It has since found use in various contexts, from everyday speech to more formal writing, reflecting the evolving nature of language and societal standards.