In a manner that lacks charm, attractiveness, or desirability; in a way that causes aversion or distaste. This adverb describes actions, characteristics, or situations that fail to capture interest or elicit positive feelings. It suggests a quality of being unpleasant, boring, or simply not enticing, often leading to disinterest or a desire to avoid the subject. The 'un-' prefix emphasizes the absence of appeal, highlighting the negative impact on the observer or participant. Things described 'unappealingly' often repel rather than attract, lacking the aesthetic, emotional, or practical qualities that would otherwise make them desirable.
Unappealingly meaning with examples
- The restaurant's dim lighting and sticky tables were described unappealingly by the online reviewer, leading to fewer bookings. The menu, with its long list of overly exotic dishes, did nothing to entice customers either. The overall effect was a space that did not make diners want to linger. No good would come from a space like that, regardless.
- He approached the daunting task of house cleaning unappealingly, dragging his feet and sighing with every chore. The sight of the pile of work before him just looked to be a lot of work with no tangible upside. The amount of work was just too overwhelming. A general lack of desire showed itself, as he went about.
- The artist presented his latest work unappealingly, failing to create any buzz in the art circles. With nothing to show other than the piece of work, the artist seemed to make no use of any presentation that was not the piece itself. People were generally confused about what was on display.
- The salesperson pitched the new product unappealingly, focusing on its drawbacks and complexity, which promptly killed the sale. The product also did little to inspire hope for a better life. No customers were interested in buying it.