帮助中心

inhospitable

[ˌɪnhɑːˈspɪtəbl]

inhospitable Definition

not offering shelter, food, or pleasant conditions; unfriendly and unwelcoming.

Using inhospitable: Examples

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

  • Example

    The desert is an inhospitable environment for most living creatures.

  • Example

    The locals were inhospitable to the tourists.

  • Example

    The company's culture was so inhospitable that many employees left within a year.

inhospitable Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with inhospitable

  • a climate that is difficult to live in because it is too hot, too cold, or too dry

    Example

    The Arctic has an inhospitable climate with freezing temperatures and strong winds.

  • terrain that is difficult to navigate or live in because of its physical features, such as mountains, deserts, or swamps

    Example

    The inhospitable terrain of the Amazon rainforest makes it difficult for researchers to study the wildlife there.

  • an unwelcoming or unfriendly reception

    Example

    The new employee received an inhospitable reception from his colleagues on his first day.

Origins of inhospitable

from Latin 'in-' meaning 'not' + 'hospitabilis' meaning 'hospitable'

📌

Summary: inhospitable in Brief

The term 'inhospitable' [ˌɪnhɑːˈspɪtəbl] refers to places or people that are not welcoming or friendly. It can describe harsh environments like the desert or difficult terrain like the Amazon rainforest. It can also refer to people who are unfriendly or unwelcoming, like a company culture that drives away employees.

How do native speakers use this expression?