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    Unpleasant

    /ʌnˈplɛzənt/

    Meaning & Definition

    adjective
    Causing discomfort, annoyance, or displeasure.
    The unpleasant odor coming from the garbage made the whole room unbearable.
    Not enjoyable or agreeable.
    She had an unpleasant experience at the restaurant due to poor service.
    Causing a feeling of unhappiness or discomfort.
    The unpleasant news about the layoffs spread quickly through the office.
    Offensive or disagreeable in some way.
    The unpleasant remarks during the meeting left everyone feeling uneasy.

    Etymology

    from un- (meaning 'not') + pleasant

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    unpleasant surprise
    a surprise that is not enjoyable
    unpleasant experience
    an experience that is not enjoyable or is distressing
    unpleasant truth
    a truth that is difficult to accept but realistic

    Related Words

    discomfort
    a state of unease or physical discomfort
    dissatisfaction
    the feeling of not being pleased or satisfied
    displeasure
    a feeling of annoyance or discontent

    Slang Meanings

    bad vibes
    That place gave me bad vibes; I felt really unpleasant there.
    downer
    His constant complaints put a real downer on the party, making it quite unpleasant.