inhospitable
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Adj — Unwelcoming to visitors or guests.
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Etymology
From Medieval Latin inhospitabilis, simply "not hospitable" — in- ("not") plus hospitable.
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What does “inhospitable” mean?
The word “inhospitable” means unwelcoming to visitors or guests. In plain terms, not welcoming — whether that's an unfriendly host or a harsh, barren place.
How do you pronounce “inhospitable”?
“Inhospitable” is pronounced ihn-hos-PIH-tuh-buhl (/ˌɪnhɒsˈpɪtəbəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “inhospitable” in a sentence?
Here is “inhospitable” used in a sentence: “The staff were cold and inhospitable from the moment we arrived.”
What part of speech is “inhospitable”?
“Inhospitable” is an adjective.
Where does the word “inhospitable” come from?
The word “inhospitable” comes from Medieval Latin. From Medieval Latin inhospitabilis, simply "not hospitable" — in- ("not") plus hospitable.
How many meanings does “inhospitable” have?
“Inhospitable” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: unwelcoming to visitors or guests.