Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

unwanted-guest

Noun

/ˈʌnˌwɒntɪd ɡɛst/

Definition

An unwanted guest refers to a person who arrives at a place without being invited or welcomed, often causing discomfort or inconvenience to the host.

Examples

When she found an unwanted guest at her party, she decided to politely ask them to leave.
The unwanted guest sat quietly in the corner, unsure if they should join the conversation.
He felt like an unwanted guest in his own home when his friends started ignoring him.

Meaning

The term ‘unwanted guest’ describes someone who may intrude upon a setting or social gathering without permission, leading to feelings of awkwardness or annoyance among the hosts or other guests.