undesirable

/əndɪˈzaɪrəbəl/
/əndɪˈzaɪərəbəl/
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Other forms: undesirables

Definitions of undesirable
  1. adjective
    not wanted
    “undesirable impurities in steel”
    synonyms: unwanted
    unenviable
    so undesirable as to be incapable of arousing envy
    hateful
    evoking or deserving hatred
    unwanted
    not wanted; not needed
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    antonyms:
    desirable
    worth having or seeking or achieving
    coveted, desired, in demand, sought after
    greatly desired
    delectable, sexually attractive
    capable of arousing desire
    enviable
    causing envy
    plummy
    very desirable
    preferable, preferred
    more desirable than another
    lovable, loveable
    having characteristics that attract love or affection
    wanted
    desired or wished for or sought
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  2. adjective
    not worthy of being chosen (especially as a spouse)
    synonyms: unsuitable
    ineligible
    not eligible
  3. noun
    one whose presence is undesirable
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    type of:
    persona non grata, unwelcome person
    a person who for some reason is not wanted or welcome
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