Uninviting: meaning, definitions and examples
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uninviting
[ ˌənɪnˈvaɪtɪŋ ]
description
Not attractive or appealing; giving an unwelcoming or unappealing impression.
Synonyms
repellent, unappealing, unattractive, unwelcoming.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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uninviting |
Used to describe a place or situation that feels uncomfortable, unwelcoming, or not tempting.
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unappealing |
Used to describe something that is not attractive or lacks charm, often used for objects or scenarios.
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unattractive |
Used to describe someone or something that lacks physical beauty or charm.
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unwelcoming |
Used to describe a person or place that makes others feel unwelcome or uncomfortable.
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repellent |
Used to describe something that causes strong dislike or disgust; can be used both literally (to repel insects) and figuratively.
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Examples of usage
- The uninviting room was cold and bare.
- Her uninviting smile made him feel uncomfortable.
- The uninviting weather kept most people indoors.
- The uninviting smell coming from the kitchen made me lose my appetite.
Translations
Translations of the word "uninviting" in other languages:
🇵🇹 não convidativo
🇮🇳 आमंत्रणहीन
🇩🇪 unattraktiv
🇮🇩 tidak menarik
🇺🇦 непривабливий
🇵🇱 niezapraszający
🇯🇵 魅力がない
🇫🇷 peu attrayant
🇪🇸 poco atractivo
🇹🇷 çekici olmayan
🇰🇷 매력 없는
🇸🇦 غير جذاب
🇨🇿 nepřitažlivý
🇸🇰 nepríťažlivý
🇨🇳 不吸引人的
🇸🇮 neprivlačen
🇮🇸 óaðlaðandi
🇰🇿 тартымсыз
🇬🇪 არამიმზიდველი
🇦🇿 cəlbedici olmayan
🇲🇽 poco atractivo
Etymology
The word 'uninviting' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'inviting'. It has been used in the English language since the late 18th century to describe things or places that do not appear welcoming or attractive.
See also: invitation, invite, invitee, invitees, inviting, uninvited, uninvitingly.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #30,704 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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