unappealing

adjective

un·​ap·​peal·​ing ˌən-ə-ˈpē-liŋ How to pronounce unappealing (audio)
: not appealing : unattractive
unappealingly adverb

Examples of unappealing in a Sentence

an unappealing mess of dirt and trash in the corner of the room
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Finding motivation to begin a task that feels challenging or unappealing. Mark Travers, Forbes, 11 Oct. 2024 Rude passengers can make the experience more unappealing. Michael Salerno, The Arizona Republic, 6 Aug. 2024 Simply wipe down the inside and outside of your trash cans with disinfectant wipes or dish soap and water to get them party-ready in seconds, which will also help rid of any lingering odors and unappealing stains. Lauren Wicks, Southern Living, 8 Oct. 2024 Self-sovereignty and self-custody are complex, tedious, and unappealing to most retail investors. Boaz Sobrado, Forbes, 28 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for unappealing 

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1846, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unappealing was circa 1846

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“Unappealing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unappealing. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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unappealing

adjective
un·​ap·​peal·​ing ˌən-ə-ˈpē-liŋ How to pronounce unappealing (audio)
: not appealing : unattractive

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