Unwelcome ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Unwelcome ( adjective )

Not wanted or not greeted with pleasure.

Origin:

From un- (not) + welcome (to greet or receive with pleasure).

Examples:

1. His presence at the party was unwelcome.
2. The news of her departure was unwelcome.
3. The unwelcome guest refused to leave.
4. She was an unwelcome distraction during the meeting.
5. The unwelcome proposal was rejected by the board.

(As a noun)

Unwelcome ( noun )

Not wanted or not greeted with pleasure.

Origin:

From un- (not) + welcome (to greet or receive with pleasure).

Examples:

1. His presence at the party was unwelcome.
2. The news of her departure was unwelcome.
3. The unwelcome guest refused to leave.
4. She was an unwelcome distraction during the meeting.
5. The unwelcome proposal was rejected by the board.