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Unpleasing: meaning, definitions and examples

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unpleasing

 

[ ʌnˈpliːzɪŋ ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

general use

The term 'unpleasing' is used to describe something that is not agreeable or satisfying. It conveys a sense of dissatisfaction or discomfort associated with a particular situation, object, or experience. 'Unpleasing' can refer to physical sensations, aesthetic qualities, or emotional responses that fall short of expectations. The word is often used in contexts where an experience does not meet the desired standard of pleasure or enjoyment.

Synonyms

displeasing, distasteful, irritating, off-putting, unpleasant

Examples of usage

  • The unpleasing taste of the overcooked vegetables made the meal unenjoyable.
  • There was an unpleasing odor in the room that made it hard to concentrate.
  • Her remarks had an unpleasing effect on the audience, causing discomfort.
  • He described the movie as unpleasing, lacking both excitement and depth.

Translations

Translations of the word "unpleasing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 desagradável

🇮🇳 अप्रिय

🇩🇪 unangenehm

🇮🇩 tidak menyenangkan

🇺🇦 неприємний

🇵🇱 nieprzyjemny

🇯🇵 不快な

🇫🇷 désagréable

🇪🇸 desagradable

🇹🇷 hoş olmayan

🇰🇷 불쾌한

🇸🇦 غير سارة

🇨🇿 nepříjemný

🇸🇰 nepríjemný

🇨🇳 不愉快的

🇸🇮 neprijeten

🇮🇸 óþægilegur

🇰🇿 ұнамайтын

🇬🇪 არასასიამოვნო

🇦🇿 xoş olmayan

🇲🇽 desagradable

Etymology

The word 'unpleasing' is a composite of the prefix 'un-' and the root 'pleasing'. The prefix 'un-' originates from Old English, indicating negation or the absence of a quality. In this case, it negates the term 'pleasing', which comes from the verb 'please', derived from the Latin 'placere', meaning 'to be agreeable or acceptable'. The combination of these elements creates a term that specifically denotes an absence of pleasure or satisfaction. First recorded in the late 19th century, 'unpleasing' has been used predominantly in literary and descriptive contexts to express dissatisfaction or negative feelings. It reflects a growing vocabulary in English to articulate nuanced emotions and reactions, particularly in artistic, culinary, and social discussions.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,224, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.