unwanted
UK: ʌnˈwɒntɪd | US: ʌnˈwɑːntɪd
adj. not desired or wished for
adj. regarded as intrusive or annoying
The word "unwanted" combines the prefix "un-" (Old English "un-," meaning "not") with the root "want" (from Old Norse "vanta," meaning "to lack or desire") and the suffix "-ed" (forming past participles or adjectives). Originally, "want" implied a lack or need, but over time, it evolved to mean "desire." Adding "un-" negates this desire, creating the meaning "not desired." The suffix "-ed" solidifies its role as an adjective. This structure reflects a clear logical progression: from negation ("un-") to the core concept ("want") to grammatical function ("-ed").
The unwanted package was returned to the sender.
She felt unwanted after her friends ignored her messages.
The team discarded the unwanted data from the analysis.
His advice was often unwanted and intrusive.
The stray cat looked for food but seemed unwanted by the neighborhood.