Uninvitingly: meaning, definitions and examples

Use this when describing a place or environment that doesn't seem friendly or inviting. It is often used for places that make people not want to enter or stay.

• The old house stood uninvitingly on the corner of the street, with its broken windows and overgrown garden

This is appropriate for describing a person, place, or situation that makes others feel they are not wanted or not welcome. The word often implies a deliberately hostile or cold behavior.

• The staff at the hotel were unwelcoming, making us feel uncomfortable the moment we walked in

Use this when something or someone lacks beauty or aesthetic appeal. This can be used for both people and objects.

• She felt unattractively dressed in the old, shabby clothes she had to wear

This word is best used when describing something that lacks attractiveness or doesn't seem pleasant. It can refer to appearance, taste, or overall impression.

• The food on the plate was arranged unappealingly, with dull colors and a sloppy presentation