1. not attractive or appealing; not welcoming or encouraging approach or entry

Examples

• The dark, narrow alley looked uninviting at night.
• The restaurant’s cold atmosphere made it feel uninviting to families.
• Her stern expression was uninviting to conversation.
• The gray, overcast sky created an uninviting beach day.
• The old house had an uninviting exterior with peeling paint.
• The cafeteria’s harsh lighting made the food look uninviting.