unsolicited

[uhn-suh-lis-i-tid]

adjective

1. given or supplied without being requested or asked for.

   unsolicited advice.

unsolicited

/ ˌʌnsəˈlɪsɪtɪd /

adjective

1. not requested or invited

   unsolicited advice

Word History and Origins

Origin of unsolicited¹

un- ¹ + solicited

Example Sentences

"We are in the process of contacting all affected customers, advising them of the cyber-attack and reminding them to be cautious of any unsolicited requests for personal information," they added.

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Authorities downplayed this, saying her occasional calls to agents and local police officers were unsolicited.

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Oliver Steadman, 28, has also been charged with communications offences in relation to the sending of alleged unsolicited indecent images.

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He said: "With received unsolicited goods you are not obliged to return them."

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"Never rely solely on social media promotions or unsolicited social media advertisements, always cross-check and verify job opportunities through official channels," he said on Wednesday.

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Related Words

• spontaneous 
• uninvited 
• unwelcome 
• voluntary