Meaning of the word inhospitable in English
What does inhospitable mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
inhospitable
US /ˌɪn.hɑːˈspɪt̬.ə.bəl/
UK /ˌɪn.hɒsˈpɪt.ə.bəl/
Adjective
1.
(of a place or climate) harsh and difficult to live in
Example:
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The desert is an inhospitable environment for most plants.
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They had to survive in the inhospitable terrain of the mountains.
2.
(of a person) unfriendly and not welcoming to strangers or guests
Example:
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The locals were surprisingly inhospitable to the tourists.
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I felt unwelcome in such an inhospitable household.