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undesirable
01
not wanted or considered unpleasant
Examples
The undesirable side effects of the medication outweighed its potential benefits.
Living in an undesirable neighborhood made her feel unsafe and uncomfortable.
02
not suitable or acceptable, especially as a choice for a partner, position, or role
Examples
He was considered an undesirable match for marriage.
The job applicant was deemed undesirable for the position.
Undesirable
01
a person whose presence, behavior, or influence is unwanted or unwelcome
Examples
The protest expelled several undesirables from the crowd.
Authorities identified the trespassers as undesirables.
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