What does unsuccessful mean?
Unsuccessful means Failed, not successful..
Unsuccessful
/ˌʌnsəkˈsɛsfl̩/ · adjective
Meaning
Failed, not successful..
Example Sentences
His unsuccessful attempt earned him sympathy, condolences, and an occasional good-natured ribbing.
For example, an unsuccessful men's deodorant was successfully remerchandised by repackaging, heavier advertising, a higher price and new brand name 'Brut'.
Synonyms for unsuccessful
Antonyms for unsuccessful
Related Words
Word Forms
- more unsuccessful
- most unsuccessful
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for unsuccessful?
Common synonyms include discomfited, frustrated, thwarted, defeated.
What is the opposite of unsuccessful?
Possible antonyms include successful.
How do you use unsuccessful in a sentence?
His unsuccessful attempt earned him sympathy, condolences, and an occasional good-natured ribbing.
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