as in unpleasant
not giving pleasure to the mind or senses
the unwelcome news ruined what had been a fine day
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Recent Examples of unwelcome
That might only be the start of an unwelcome upward trend.
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Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 8 Jan. 2025
There is something uncomfortable, but not at all unwelcome, in hearing Superman struggle to breathe.
—Richard Newby, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Dec. 2024
Richmond said disabled employees working for the state often feel unwelcome in some government workplaces.
—William Melhado, Sacramento Bee, 6 Jan. 2025
The rocker — whose 14th studio album Songs of a Lost World debuted at No. 4 on the Billboard 200 after its arrival on Nov. 1 — added that The Cure also experienced unwelcome fan behavior as the group grew in popularity.
—Anna Chan, Billboard, 23 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for unwelcome 
Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 8 Jan. 2025
There is something uncomfortable, but not at all unwelcome, in hearing Superman struggle to breathe.
—Richard Newby, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Dec. 2024
Richmond said disabled employees working for the state often feel unwelcome in some government workplaces.
—William Melhado, Sacramento Bee, 6 Jan. 2025
The rocker — whose 14th studio album Songs of a Lost World debuted at No. 4 on the Billboard 200 after its arrival on Nov. 1 — added that The Cure also experienced unwelcome fan behavior as the group grew in popularity.
—Anna Chan, Billboard, 23 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for unwelcome
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unwelcome
Adjective
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Based on the negative reaction from the crowd, the CBS late night host acknowledged that unpleasant feelings abound.—
Jackie Strause,
The Hollywood Reporter,
21 Jan. 2025
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While wildly unpleasant, most people affected with norovirus see their symptoms resolve within a few days, the Mayo Clinic says.—
Cara Lynn Shultz,
People.com,
20 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Ideally, opt for an eco-friendly detergent without harsh chemicals.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Jan. 2025
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Unlike regular shampoos, curl-specific formulas focus on hydration, gentle cleansing, and curl retention while avoiding harsh sulfates and silicones that can strip moisture.—
Erin Parker,
Allure,
22 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Smears on non-sensor areas of the tiara are like bug debris on your hood, aesthetically unpleasing but not harmful.—
Eric Tegler,
Popular Mechanics,
1 Oct. 2019
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His side's inability to finish off the game against Burnley on the other hand was very unpleasing.—
SI.com,
SI.com,
1 Feb. 2018
Adjective
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Here are five foods that are technically ultra-processed but aren’t as bad for you as others.—
Sarah Garone,
Health,
23 Jan. 2025
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While McNealy said the stench of manure from 8,000 cows is bad enough, there are also three hog farms with around 4,400 pigs apiece within a 2.5-mile radius of her home.—
Kenny Torrella,
Vox,
23 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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First Lady Nancy Reagan was upset, thinking her husband was being too nasty.—
George Skelton,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Jan. 2025
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The fight has been particularly nasty, with both sides trading harsh accusations against the other.—
Nicholas Gordon,
Fortune Asia,
20 Jan. 2025
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“Unwelcome.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unwelcome. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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