Undesired: meaning, definitions and examples
👎
undesired
[ ˌəndɪˈzaɪərd ]
in a negative context
Not desired or wanted; not wished for.
Synonyms
undesirable, unwanted, unwelcome.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
---|---|
undesired |
Use this word when referring to something that wasn't wanted or hoped for. It is often used in formal or technical contexts.
|
unwanted |
Use this word when something is not desired or needed, often suggesting a burden or inconvenience.
|
unwelcome |
This word is best used to describe something or someone that is not wanted and makes others feel uncomfortable or unhappy.
|
undesirable |
This word is appropriate when describing something that is not pleasing or is considered inacceptable. It can also have a negative connotation.
|
Examples of usage
- It is important to address any undesired behavior in the workplace.
- She received an undesired outcome from her actions.
in a scientific context
An undesired effect or result produced by a process or treatment.
Synonyms
unexpected, unforeseen, unintended.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
---|---|
undesired |
This term is used to describe something that is not wanted or welcomed. It can often refer to unwelcome circumstances or results.
|
unintended |
This word describes outcomes or effects that were not planned or meant to happen. Often used in neutral or slightly negative contexts.
|
unforeseen |
This term is used to describe situations or events that could not have been predicted or anticipated. Usually refers to circumstances out of one's control.
|
unexpected |
This word refers to something that happens without warning or something that is not anticipated. It can be either positive or negative.
|
Examples of usage
- The experiment had some undesired side effects.
- The medication may cause some undesired symptoms.
Translations
Translations of the word "undesired" in other languages:
🇵🇹 indesejado
🇮🇳 अवांछित
🇩🇪 unerwünscht
🇮🇩 tidak diinginkan
🇺🇦 небажаний
🇵🇱 niepożądany
🇯🇵 望ましくない
🇫🇷 indésirable
🇪🇸 indeseado
🇹🇷 istenmeyen
🇰🇷 원하지 않는
🇸🇦 غير مرغوب فيه
🇨🇿 nežádoucí
🇸🇰 nežiaduci
🇨🇳 不受欢迎的
🇸🇮 nezaželen
🇮🇸 óæskilegt
🇰🇿 қажетсіз
🇬🇪 არასასურველი
🇦🇿 arzuolunmaz
🇲🇽 indeseado
Etymology
The word 'undesired' originated from the combination of 'un-' (meaning 'not') and 'desired.' It first appeared in the early 19th century. The concept of something being not wanted or wished for has been a common theme throughout history, leading to the creation and use of the word 'undesired' in various contexts.
See also: desirability, desirable, desired, desires, desiring, undesirability, undesirable.
Word Frequency Rank
Positioned at #22,007, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.
- ...
- 22004 refilled
- 22005 clashing
- 22006 copulation
- 22007 undesired
- 22008 defaulting
- 22009 uncollected
- 22010 zipper
- ...