unwanted
adjective · noun
Simple meaning
Not wanted; not needed.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ənˈwɔntɪd
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Definition
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adjective
Not wanted; not needed
“Tried to give away unwanted kittens.”
noun
One who or that is not wanted; an undesirable.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
- Frequency
- Moderately Common
- Typical Use
- Neutral / general English
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Sense: one who or that is not wanted
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