unwelcome

[ʌnˈwɛlkəm]

unwelcome Definition

not wanted or welcome; not pleasing or acceptable.

Using unwelcome: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "unwelcome" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The unwelcome news of his departure came as a shock to everyone.

  • Example

    His behavior was unwelcome and inappropriate.

  • Example

    The party guests made the unwelcome discovery that their host had run out of food.

  • Example

    The new regulations were met with unwelcome resistance from the employees.

unwelcome Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with unwelcome

  • to stay too long in a place where one is no longer welcome

    Example

    I think it's time for us to leave before we outstay our unwelcome.

  • to surprise someone in a way that is not pleasant or welcome

    Example

    The sudden rain gave us an unwelcome surprise on our picnic.

  • a humorous play on words for 'welcome mat', referring to a doormat placed outside a house or apartment to welcome visitors

    Example

    He put an unwelcome mat outside his door to discourage solicitors.

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Summary: unwelcome in Brief

'Unwelcome' [ʌnˈwɛlkəm] describes something that is not wanted, pleasing, or acceptable. It can refer to people, behavior, news, or things. Examples include 'The unwelcome news of his departure came as a shock to everyone.' and 'The new regulations were met with unwelcome resistance from the employees.' Phrases like 'outstay one's unwelcome' and 'give someone an unwelcome surprise' add nuance to the term.