unpleasant

adjective/ʌnˈplɛzənt/

Frequency rank: #5,400 most common English word

Meaning

Not enjoyable or agreeable; causing discomfort or displeasure.

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Example sentence

The medicine left unpleasant taste in her mouth for several hours.

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