Unloved — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˌən-ˈləvd/ un·loved

Meaning & Definition of Unloved

Unloved (adjective)

  1. not loved or cherished

Unloved (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in wretched, unlovable

    similar: appalling, awful, dreadful, foul, horrendous, horrid, nauseating, noisome, obnoxious, obscene, revolting, scandalous, shocking, sickening, contemptible, disagreeable, disgusting, distasteful, heinous, horrible, lousy, nasty, offensive, unlikable, unpleasant, wretched, abhorrent, abominable, detestable, hateful, loathsome, odious, unlovable, frightful, grotesque, hideous, ill-favored, monstrous, ogreish, repellent, repugnant, repulsive, ugly, unattractive, unsightly, vile
    opposite: adorable, darling, dear, disarming, endearing, lovable, lovesome, precious, sweet, winning, winsome, embraceable, kissable, beloved, cherished, favored, favorite, loved, treasured

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Unloved

The most common words with a similar meaning to Unloved:

appalling, awful, dreadful, foul, horrendous, horrid, nauseating, noisome, obnoxious, obscene, revolting, scandalous, shocking, sickening, contemptible, disagreeable, disgusting, distasteful, heinous, horrible, lousy, nasty, offensive, unlikable, unpleasant, wretched, abhorrent, abominable, detestable, hateful, loathsome, odious, unlovable, frightful, grotesque, hideous, ill-favored, monstrous, ogreish, repellent

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Unloved

Words with the opposite meaning of Unloved:

adorable, darling, dear, disarming, endearing, lovable, lovesome, precious, sweet, winning, winsome, embraceable, kissable, beloved, cherished, favored, favorite, loved, treasured

Origin & Etymology of Unloved

First known use: 15th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Unloved

What does "Unloved" mean?

"Unloved" means not loved or cherished. As an adjective, it is defined as: not loved or cherished.

What is another word for "Unloved"?

Other words for "Unloved" include appalling, awful, dreadful, foul, horrendous, horrid, nauseating and noisome. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Unloved" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Unloved"?

There are 46 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Unloved". Common alternatives include appalling, awful, dreadful, foul, horrendous, horrid, nauseating, noisome, obnoxious and obscene.

What is the opposite of "Unloved"?

Antonyms of "Unloved" include adorable, darling, dear, disarming, endearing, lovable, lovesome and precious.

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

"Unloved" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Unloved"?

"Unloved" is pronounced /ˌən-ˈləvd/ and divided into syllables as un·loved.

What is the origin of the word "Unloved"?

First known use: 15th century.

What is another word for "Unloved" meaning "as in wretched, unlovable"?

When "Unloved" (adjective) means as in wretched, unlovable, synonyms include appalling, awful, dreadful, foul, horrendous and horrid. Opposites in this sense include adorable, darling, dear and disarming.