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uncoveted

uncoveted

7.6
Not wanted by anyone
  • adjective
  • /ʌnˈkʌvɪtɪd/
translation icon : no deseado
  • Despite its value, the old painting remained uncoveted at the auction.

Examples

  • The uncoveted trophy gathered dust in the corner of the room.

  • He was assigned the uncoveted task of cleaning the storage room.

  • The uncoveted prize sat on the shelf gathering dust.

  • This job is often seen as uncoveted by many applicants.

  • The trophy for the uncoveted best supporting actor is often forgotten at the back of the shelf.

  • Despite its creative concept, the film received an uncoveted reception from both critics and audiences.

  • Winning the uncoveted award did not deter her passion for acting; she continued to pursue her dreams.

Synonyms

unwanted
vsuncoveted
120 1.0

People do not like or need it

is not chosen or looked for by anyone rather than judged unnecessary
unloved
vsuncoveted
15 3.4

Not cared for or shown affection

is about not being chosen by people rather than emotional neglect
unwished
vsuncoveted
8.3

Not wanted or welcome

means no one looks for it rather than simply being refused
unwished-for
vsuncoveted
6.9

Not wanted or welcome

is defined by having no one look for it rather than mere lack of welcome
unpursued
vsuncoveted
6.9

Not chased or looked for by anyone

lacks any people trying to obtain it rather than lacking feeling

Antonyms

1 4.4

Wanted by many people because it is rare or special

1.0

A person or thing many people are looking for

How Desired

coveted
1 4.4
desired
2.5
uncoveted
7.6
ignored
1.6

Surface Forms

uncoveted positive

Morphology

uncoveted = coveted (transparent) = un + covet + ed

A straightforward negative prefix 'un-' attached to the adjective 'coveted' (covet + -ed), giving a clear 'not desired' meaning.

Etymology

Uncoveted starts with un- meaning 'not' and the verb covet meaning 'to want strongly'. So, uncoveted literally means 'not wanted', which is why we use it for something nobody desires.