Definition

The quality or state of being not wanted or not liked.

Example

The undesirability of the location made it hard to sell the house.

Conversation

I heard they canceled the project due to its undesirability.

Really? I thought it had potential.

Yeah, but I guess some people found it too risky and not worth pursuing.

That makes sense; sometimes the risks can really highlight the undesirability of an idea.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Undesirability → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not), "desire" (from Latin "desiderare", meaning to long for or wish for), and "-ability" (meaning the quality of being). The word "undesirability" refers to the quality of not being wanted or wished for.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') wanting something ('desire') — that's why undesirability means something that is not wanted.

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