unsolicited

adjective

un·​so·​lic·​it·​ed ˌən-sə-ˈli-sə-təd 

: not asked for or requested : not solicited

unsolicited advice

unsolicited email

Synonyms of unsolicited

• unwanted
• unnecessary

Examples of unsolicited in a Sentence

the family received enough unsolicited donations to get back on their feet

Recent Examples on the Web

Authorities estimate that about three-quarters of people in France receive at least one unsolicited sales call every week, and many receive more. — ABC News, 5 Aug. 2026

Whether Boston can sustain its momentum into October remains to be seen, but Cora's unsolicited prediction indicated no hard feelings, at least for the roster, after his release. — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026

Shares climbed almost 4% after the maker of Jack Daniel's whiskey rejected another unsolicited, $32-per-share takeover offer from Sazerac, first made earlier this year. — Scott Schnipper, CNBC, 27 July 2026

Be Careful With Unsolicited Advice Criticizing your teen’s partner directly or offering unsolicited advice can backfire. — Sherri Gordon, Parents, 21 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1594, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for unsolicited

• elicited
• solicited