unwanted

adjective

un·​want·​ed ˌən-ˈwän-təd 

: not wanted or needed

attracting unwanted attention

giving away some unwanted possessions

Examples of unwanted in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Asda piloted a service allowing customers to hand over unwanted textiles when receiving groceries, accepting items of any brand and condition. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2026

How bamboo blocks waves Electromagnetic interference (EMI) is unwanted noise or interference that disrupts electrical circuits. — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 8 Oct. 2026

Through Windows 11, developers can confine coding agents to Microsoft Execution Containers that will prevent unwanted system access. — Jordan Novet, CNBC, 7 Oct. 2026

There are a few other helpful features, such as two-way talk to speak with visitors on the other side of your door, as well as a siren that can scare away any unwanted parties. — George Yang, PC Magazine, 6 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1697, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for unwanted

• undaunted
• daunted
• flaunted
• haunted
• taunted
• vaunted
• wanted