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Meaning of inhospitable
The primary meaning of "inhospitable" is describing an environment or situation that is unwelcoming or uninviting, often due to harsh conditions or a lack of amenities.
Etymology of inhospitable
The word "inhospitable" originates from the Latin words "in-" (meaning "not" or "opposite of") and "hospitabilis" (meaning "hospitable" or "friendly to guests"), which is derived from "hospes" (meaning "guest" or "host")
The term has been used in English since the 15th century to describe environments, situations, or individuals that are unwelcoming or uninviting
Synonyms
barren
hostile
unfriendly
unwelcoming
cold
uninviting
harsh
austere
bleak
desolate
inhospitable
ungenerous
uncharitable
unsympathetic
unkind
uncaring
unforgiving
stern
rigid
unflexible
uncomfortable
unpleasant
unaccommodating
discourteous
impolite
rude
brusque
gruff
curt
abrasive
rough
severe
forbidding
intimidating
daunting
unwieldy
unmanageable
difficult
trying
troublesome
unpleasant
disagreeable
unappealing
unattractive
unsightly
grim
gloomy
dreary
dismal
somber
depressing
oppressive
suffocating
crushing
burdensome
onerous
weighty
heavy
formidable
redoubtable
fearsome
formidable
unsociable
aloof
distant
reserved
uncommunicative
uncooperative
obstructive
resistant
unyielding
stubborn
unrelenting
merciless
pitiless
unsparing
unfeeling
callous
hardhearted
merciless
heartless
brutal
savage
ferocious
vicious
inhumane
cruel
merciless
ruthless
relentless
unmerciful
merciless
heartless
inconsiderate
Definitions
- Not providing or offering hospitality, especially to guests or visitors
- Unwelcoming or uninviting, often due to harsh or unpleasant conditions
- Lacking warmth, kindness, or generosity, especially towards others
Usage Examples
- The inhospitable terrain made it difficult for the hikers to reach the summit
- The hotel room was small and inhospitable, with no amenities or services
- The inhospitable climate of the desert made it challenging for plants and animals to survive
Antonyms
hospitable
welcoming
friendly
inviting
warm
kind
generous
charitable
sympathetic
gentle
flexible
comfortable
pleasant
accommodating
courteous
polite
gracious
affable
amicable
cordial
sociable
approachable
communicative
cooperative
obliging
yielding
lenient
merciful
sparing
feeling
considerate
compassionate
humane
kindhearted
merciful
lenient
gentle
mild
temperate
clement
pleasant
agreeable
attractive
appealing
welcoming
receptive
open
accessible