Definitions

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  • adjective not wanted, welcome or acceptable

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  • adjective not wanted; not needed
  • adjective not wanted

Etymologies

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un- +‎ wanted

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  • Design Observer: 'If working within limitations is one of the ways designers distinguish themselves from artists, America's Most Unwanted Song is a design achievement of a high order. So: happy holidays, saddle up, fellas, and do all your shopping at Wal-Mart.'

    September 2, 2008