Unwelcoming
Pronunciation: /ənˈwɛlkəm/
Unwelcoming (adj)
- Not wanted or not accepted; something that makes you feel uncomfortable or unhappy because it is not wanted.
- Causing problems or difficulties and therefore not desired; unwanted in a situation or plan.
- Not suitable for polite society; not accepted because it breaks rules of good behaviour or respect.
Examples
- The unwelcome noise kept me from sleeping.
- He felt unwelcome at the meeting, so he left early.
Unwelcoming (adjective)
Examples
- The visitor was unwelcome in the quiet room.
- Unwelcome noise kept everyone from sleeping.