unrequited

[ uhn-ri-kwahy-tid ]

adjective

1. not returned or reciprocated:

   unrequited love.

2. not avenged or retaliated:

   an unrequited wrong.

3. not repaid or satisfied.

unrequited

/ ˌʌnrɪˈkwaɪtɪd /

adjective

1. (of love, affection, etc) not reciprocated or returned

Word History and Origins

Origin of unrequited¹

First recorded in 1535–45; un- ¹ + requite + -ed ²

Example Sentences

But she is best known for being the object of Thanos’ unrequited affections.

From Los Angeles Times

The British political world is utterly obsessed with American politics, even if it is an almost totally unrequited passion.

From BBC

The relationship between Israel and its closest and most reliable ally, the United States, has started to feel like a case of unrequited love.

From Los Angeles Times

It really is unrequited justice.

From Los Angeles Times

As the battlements burned, soldiers turned on each other, while the singer belted out her tale of unrequited love.

From BBC