Unpleasantness

B2 16+
Pronunciation Definitions Examples Grammatical Forms Origin and Evolution

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈplɛz.ənt.nɪs/

Definitions of unpleasantness

noun a state or quality of being unpleasant; something that is unpleasant

Example Sentences

A1 I don't like the unpleasantness of cleaning the bathroom.

A2 She tried to avoid the unpleasantness of the situation by leaving the room.

B1 The unpleasantness of the weather made it difficult to enjoy the outdoor picnic.

B2 The unpleasantness of the meeting was evident in the tense atmosphere.

C1 She handled the unpleasantness of the negotiations with grace and professionalism.

C2 The film portrayed the harsh realities and unpleasantness of war in a raw and unfiltered way.

Examples of unpleasantness in a Sentence

formal The meeting was filled with unpleasantness as tensions rose between the two parties.

informal I try to avoid that coworker because they always bring unpleasantness wherever they go.

slang I can't stand the drama and unpleasantness that comes with hanging out with them.

figurative The clouds gathered overhead, signaling the impending unpleasantness of the storm.

Grammatical Forms of unpleasantness

past tense

unpleasantnessed

plural

unpleasantnesses

comparative

more unpleasant

superlative

most unpleasant

present tense

is unpleasant

future tense

will be unpleasant

perfect tense

has been unpleasant

continuous tense

is being unpleasant

singular

unpleasantness

positive degree

pleasant

infinitive

to be unpleasant

gerund

unpleasantnessing

participle

unpleasantnessed

Origin and Evolution of unpleasantness

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The word 'unpleasantness' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'pleasant' meaning 'agreeable or enjoyable'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'unpleasantness' has maintained its original meaning of something that is not agreeable or enjoyable, but its usage has become more common in everyday language to describe various negative experiences or situations.