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Unwelcome: meaning, definitions and examples

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unwelcome

 

[ ʌnˈwɛlkəm ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

feeling

Not wanted or appreciated; not welcome.

Synonyms

inconvenient, undesired, unwanted

Examples of usage

  • It was an unwelcome surprise to see him at the party.
  • She felt unwelcome in the new neighborhood.
  • The unwelcome news dampened their spirits.
  • His unwelcome comments made everyone uncomfortable.
  • The unwelcome guest overstayed his welcome.
Context #2 | Adjective

reception

Not giving pleasure or satisfaction; disagreeable.

Synonyms

disagreeable, unfavorable, unpleasant

Examples of usage

  • The unwelcome weather ruined our plans.
  • The unwelcome noise disturbed her concentration.
  • His unwelcome behavior made the situation worse.

Translations

Translations of the word "unwelcome" in other languages:

🇵🇹 indesejado

🇮🇳 अनचाहा

🇩🇪 unerwünscht

🇮🇩 tidak diinginkan

🇺🇦 небажаний

🇵🇱 niepożądany

🇯🇵 歓迎されない

🇫🇷 indésirable

🇪🇸 indeseado

🇹🇷 istenmeyen

🇰🇷 환영받지 못하는

🇸🇦 غير مرغوب فيه

🇨🇿 nechtěný

🇸🇰 nežiaduci

🇨🇳 不受欢迎的

🇸🇮 nezaželen

🇮🇸 óvelkominn

🇰🇿 қалаусыз

🇬🇪 არასასურველი

🇦🇿 arzuolunmaz

🇲🇽 indeseado

Etymology

The word 'unwelcome' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'welcome' meaning 'pleasing or inviting'. It has been used in the English language since the 14th century to convey the idea of something that is not wanted or appreciated. Over time, 'unwelcome' has become a common term to describe things that are undesirable or unpleasant.

See also: unwelcomed, unwelcomeness, unwelcoming, welcome, welcoming.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,763, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.