B1adjective 2K

Unpleasant

🇬🇧 UK /["/ʌnˈpleznt/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ʌnˈpleznt/"]/

Meaning of Unpleasant

not pleasant or comfortable

In simple words: Not nice or enjoyable.

Unpleasant in a sentence

• The smell coming from the garbage was quite unpleasant.
• He had an unpleasant experience during his flight due to turbulence.
• The unpleasant truth is that we need to address our budget issues.
• Her unpleasant attitude made it hard for others to work with her.
• I find it unpleasant when people are disrespectful in conversations.

How to use Unpleasant

Use 'unpleasant' to describe things that are disagreeable or cause discomfort. It can apply to experiences, smells, sounds, or situations. Avoid using in overly casual contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Sounds like 'un-pleased' — imagine a face scrunching up in disgust.

Related words

Collocations with Unpleasant

• be
• feel
• look
• extremely
• fairly
• very
• for
• to
• be
• feel
• look
• extremely
• fairly
• very
• for
• to

Synonyms for Unpleasant

• disagreeable

Opposites of Unpleasant

• pleasant
• enjoyable
• delightful

Common mistakes with Unpleasant

• Confusing with 'pleasant' (opposite meaning).
• Using with 'very' instead of 'quite' for intensity.
• Overuse in describing a person, which can sound harsh.

Frequently asked questions about Unpleasant

What does Unpleasant mean?

Not nice or enjoyable.

What is the definition of Unpleasant?

not pleasant or comfortable

How do you use Unpleasant in a sentence?

The smell coming from the garbage was quite unpleasant.

Can you give another example of Unpleasant?

He had an unpleasant experience during his flight due to turbulence.

What are synonyms for Unpleasant?

Common alternatives include disagreeable.

What is the opposite of Unpleasant?

Opposite meanings include pleasant, enjoyable, delightful.

What words go with Unpleasant?

It commonly pairs with be, feel, look, extremely, fairly, very, for, to, be, feel, look, extremely, fairly, very, for, to.

What are common mistakes when using Unpleasant?

Confusing with 'pleasant' (opposite meaning). Using with 'very' instead of 'quite' for intensity. Overuse in describing a person, which can sound harsh.

How do you pronounce Unpleasant?

US: /["/ʌnˈpleznt/"]/, UK: /["/ʌnˈpleznt/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Unpleasant?

Use 'unpleasant' to describe things that are disagreeable or cause discomfort. It can apply to experiences, smells, sounds, or situations. Avoid using in overly casual contexts.

What CEFR level is Unpleasant?

"Unpleasant" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.