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unwelcome
Something that is unpleasant, unwanted, or annoying. It is often used for experiences, surprises, or tasks.
Die unliebsame Aufgabe, das Bad zu putzen, fiel heute mir zu.
The unwelcome task of cleaning the bathroom fell to me today.
The word is built transparently: the prefix 'un-' negates the adjective 'liebsam'. 'Liebsam' itself means 'pleasant' or 'delightful', but is rare today. So 'unliebsam' (unwelcome) directly means 'not pleasant'.
Er erhielt die unliebsame Nachricht, dass sein Flug gestrichen wurde.
He received the unwelcome news that his flight had been canceled.
'Unliebsam' (unwelcome) often describes abstract nouns. Common combinations are 'eine unliebsame Überraschung' (an unwelcome surprise), 'eine unliebsame Aufgabe' (an unwelcome task), 'unliebsame Folgen' (unwelcome consequences), or 'eine unliebsame Erfahrung' (an unpleasant experience).
Die Verspätung hatte einige unliebsame Folgen für unsere weitere Reiseplanung.
The delay had some unwelcome consequences for our further travel plans.
The word 'unliebsam' (unwelcome) belongs more to written language or a more formal style. It sounds somewhat elevated and is used less often in everyday colloquial speech.
Bei der Konferenz kam es zu einer unliebsamen Diskussion über das Budget.
At the conference, there was an unwelcome discussion about the budget.
welcome
'willkommen' and 'unliebsam' describe opposite evaluations. 'willkommen' says that something is desired, fits well, or comes at the right time. 'unliebsam' says that something is unpleasant, unwanted, or disruptive. You can use 'willkommen' for help, a visit, or good news. 'unliebsam' is more suitable for problems, surprises, tasks, or consequences that you would rather not have.
Die Reparatur bringt unliebsame Kosten für die Familie.
The repair brings unwelcome costs for the family.
Nach dem langen Tag war die Pause sehr willkommen.
After the long day, the break was very welcome.