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Synonyms & Similar Words
traumatic event
distressing situation
horrible experience
awful incident
unpleasant incident
nasty encounter
disagreeable circumstance
uncomfortable situation
painful memory
horrific experience
terrible ordeal
dreadful situation
frightening experience
intimidating encounter
unsettling situation
unappealing circumstance
repulsive incident
disgusting experience
sickening situation
revolting encounter
nauseating experience
ghastly incident
gruesome experience
harrowing ordeal
disturbing situation
alarming encounter
disquieting circumstance
Meaning of Unpleasant Experience
According to the Oxford English Dictionary, an unpleasant experience is "an event or situation that is disagreeable or uncomfortable".
Definitions
- Merriam-Webster defines it as "an experience that is unpleasant, disagreeable, or unenjoyable".
- Cambridge Dictionary states that an unpleasant experience is "something that happens to you that you do not enjoy or that makes you feel unhappy or uncomfortable".
Example Uses
- The hotel room was infested with bed bugs, making our stay a thoroughly unpleasant experience.
- She had an unpleasant experience at the dentist and now avoids going back.
- The crowd was rowdy and rude, turning what should have been a fun concert into an unpleasant experience.
- He had an unpleasant experience with a former employer and now prefers to work as a freelancer.
- The movie was an unpleasant experience, with too much violence and gore.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
pleasant experience
enjoyable time
happy memory
delightful encounter
wonderful incident
thrilling experience
exciting adventure
fun situation
uplifting circumstance
inspiring event
heartwarming experience
satisfying encounter
rewarding situation
fulfilling experience
pleasant surprise
welcome change
refreshing experience
invigorating encounter
exhilarating experience