unwelcome

adjective

un·​wel·​come ˌən-ˈwel-kəm How to pronounce unwelcome (audio)
: not wanted or welcome
unwelcome news
an unwelcome guest

Examples of unwelcome in a Sentence

the unwelcome news ruined what had been a fine day
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In 1944’s The Uninvited, the unwelcome force that haunts our protagonists and their new home is the power of desire itself. Samantha Allen, Them., 7 Oct. 2025 When left unattended in a basement for a prolonged period, things are bound to acquire mold and mildew or become infested with unwelcome guests. Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Oct. 2025 Speaking of superstars not going anywhere… Since the beginning of NBA times, teams that employ elite players have bristled when reporters share the unwelcome reality that rival teams are trying to find ways to steal their franchise centerpiece. Sam Amick, New York Times, 30 Sep. 2025 This month, millions of seniors will receive unwelcome news. Robert Goldberg, Boston Herald, 28 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for unwelcome

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unwelcome was in the 14th century

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“Unwelcome.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unwelcome. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.

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