Antonyms of adj desirable

2 senses of desirable

Sense 1
desirable (vs. undesirable) -- (worth having or seeking or achieving; "a desirable job"; "computer with many desirable features"; "a desirable outcome")

undesirable (vs. desirable), unwanted -- (not wanted; "undesirable impurities in steel"; "legislation excluding undesirable aliens";"removed the unwanted vegetation")
        => unenviable -- (so undesirable as to be incapable of arousing envy; "unenviable notoriety")

Sense 2
desirable, suitable, worthy -- (worthy of being chosen especially as a spouse; "the parents found the girl suitable for their son")

INDIRECT (VIA eligible) -> ineligible -- (not eligible; "ineligible to vote"; "ineligible for retirement benefits")

Similarity of adj desirable

2 senses of desirable

Sense 1
desirable (vs. undesirable) -- (worth having or seeking or achieving; "a desirable job"; "computer with many desirable features"; "a desirable outcome")
       => coveted, desired, in demand (predicate), sought after -- (greatly desired)
       => delectable, sexually attractive -- (capable of arousing desire; "the delectable Miss Haynes")
       => enviable -- (causing envy; "an enviable position")
       => plummy -- (very desirable; "a plummy leading role")
       => preferable, preferred -- (more desirable than another; "coffee is preferable to tea"; "Danny's preferred name is `Dan'")
          Also See-> lovable#1, loveable#1; wanted#1

Sense 2
desirable, suitable, worthy -- (worthy of being chosen especially as a spouse; "the parents found the girl suitable for their son")
       => eligible (vs. ineligible) -- (qualified for or allowed or worthy of being chosen; "eligible to run for office"; "eligible for retirement benefits"; "an eligible bachelor")

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