Definitions

1. adjective

unpleasantly or unpleasantly regarded as desirable or enviable; causing envy, especially because of one’s success or possessions.

“The unenviable task of cleaning up the aftermath of the disaster fell to the emergency responders.”

2. noun

A person or thing that is unenviable.

“The unenviable position of the company’s CEO was to make difficult decisions that affected many employees.”