Undeserving — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˌən-di-ˈzər-viŋ/ un·de·serv·ing

Meaning & Definition of Undeserving

Undeserving (adjective)

  1. not deserving
  2. lacking merit, not worthy of praise, assistance, attention, etc.
  3. not deserving something specified

Undeserving (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in worthless, valueless

    similar: no-good, valueless, worthless, base, cheap, inferior, second-rate, substandard, bad, defective, flawed, imperfect, deficient, inadequate, insufficient, unacceptable, unsatisfactory
    opposite: deserving, good, meritorious, worthy, admirable, commendable, creditable, laudable, praiseworthy, invaluable, priceless

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Undeserving

The most common words with a similar meaning to Undeserving:

no-good, valueless, worthless, base, cheap, inferior, second-rate, substandard, bad, defective, flawed, imperfect, deficient, inadequate, insufficient, unacceptable, unsatisfactory

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Undeserving

Words with the opposite meaning of Undeserving:

deserving, good, meritorious, worthy, admirable, commendable, creditable, laudable, praiseworthy, invaluable, priceless

Word Forms of Undeserving

Derived words: undeservingly (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Undeserving

First known use: 1549

Words & Phrases Containing Undeserving

undeserving poor

Frequently Asked Questions about Undeserving

What does "Undeserving" mean?

"Undeserving" means not deserving. As an adjective, it is defined as: not deserving.

What is another word for "Undeserving"?

Other words for "Undeserving" include no-good, valueless, worthless, base, cheap, inferior, second-rate and substandard. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Undeserving" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Undeserving"?

There are 17 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Undeserving". Common alternatives include no-good, valueless, worthless, base, cheap, inferior, second-rate, substandard, bad and defective.

What is the opposite of "Undeserving"?

Antonyms of "Undeserving" include deserving, good, meritorious, worthy, admirable, commendable, creditable and laudable.

Is "Undeserving" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Undeserving" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Undeserving"?

"Undeserving" is pronounced /ˌən-di-ˈzər-viŋ/ and divided into syllables as un·de·serv·ing.

What is the origin of the word "Undeserving"?

First known use: 1549.

What is another word for "Undeserving" meaning "as in worthless, valueless"?

When "Undeserving" (adjective) means as in worthless, valueless, synonyms include no-good, valueless, worthless, base, cheap and inferior. Opposites in this sense include deserving, good, meritorious and worthy.