Inhospitable

/ɪnˈhɒspɪtəbl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Unwelcoming; not hospitable or friendly.

The inhospitable environment made it difficult for the explorers to survive.

Unsuitable for living or growing; barren or desolate.

The inhospitable terrain of the desert was a challenge for the hikers.

Lacking the qualities that would offer comfort or welcome to guests.

The inhospitable attitude of the staff discouraged many customers from returning.

Not conducive to health or wellbeing; harsh or severe.

The inhospitable climate of the Arctic poses risks to both humans and wildlife.

from Latin 'inhospitabalis', meaning 'not hospitable'

inhospitable environment

An area that is unsuitable for human inhabitation due to extreme conditions.

inhospitable reception

A lack of hospitality shown to guests.

inhospitable landscape

A terrain that is difficult to navigate or survive in.

hospitality

the friendly and generous reception and entertainment of guests.

hospitable

friendly and welcoming to guests.

hostile

unfriendly; antagonistic.

chilly

The hotel was so chilly and inhospitable, it felt like a prison.

dead zone

That place is a total dead zone; no one goes there because it's so inhospitable.