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

Lil Rod alleged in his lawsuit that he was “the victim of constant unsolicited and unauthorized groping and touching” by Combs and felt “uncomfortable with Mr. Combs’ advances.”

From Los Angeles Times

Reporters also found some noncitizens, including two who said they had inadvertently registered after receiving what they said were unsolicited voter registration applications, an ongoing concern for Republicans who believe this kind of outreach will result in large numbers of noncitizens signing up to cast a ballot.

From Salon

Be wary of unsolicited messages and never click on suspicious links or provide personal data in response.

From Salon

Be cautious of unsolicited calls or messages and verify the identity of anyone requesting sensitive data.

From Salon

The agency said Shiner had failed to disclose that an agent acted on his behalf and had been cold calling and making unsolicited approaches to potential clients in Iraq.

From BBC

Related Words

• spontaneous
• uninvited
• unwelcome
• voluntary