Definition

In a way that is not attractive or pleasing.

Example

The dish was presented unappealingly, making it hard to enjoy the meal.

Conversation

Did you see that new restaurant downtown?

Yeah, I went there yesterday, and it looked unappealingly empty.

That's too bad! I thought the menu sounded interesting.

It did, but the atmosphere really didn't help it at all.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unappealingly → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not), "appealing" (from Latin "appellare", meaning to call or name), and "-ly" (meaning in a manner). The word "unappealingly" means in a manner that is not attractive or inviting.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') making something 'attractive' ('appealing') — so when something is unappealingly done, it is done in a way that is not attractive.

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