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Meaning of unsavory
The primary meaning of "unsavory" is having a negative or unpleasant quality.
Etymology of unsavory
The word "unsavory" originated from the combination of "un-" (meaning not or opposite of) and "savor" or "savory" (meaning having a pleasing or agreeable quality), which is derived from the Old French word "savorer" (to taste or smell) and the Latin word "sapere" (to taste or have a certain quality)
Historically, the word has been used to describe something that is unpleasant, distasteful, or morally wrong
Synonyms
distasteful
unpleasant
unpalatable
disagreeable
offensive
repugnant
repulsive
disgusting
nauseating
sickening
foul
vile
loathsome
odious
hateful
detestable
abhorrent
objectionable
unappetizing
uninviting
unsatisfying
displeasing
unpleasing
distorting
degrading
debasing
corrupting
tainted
sullied
soiled
stained
impure
immoral
unethical
wrong
bad
wicked
evil
malevolent
malignant
noxious
pernicious
harmful
injurious
damaging
hurtful
painful
distressing
troubling
worrisome
disquieting
unsettling
uncomfortable
unseemly
indecent
coarse
crude
gross
vulgar
obscene
profane
blasphemous
heinous
atrocious
egregious
flagrant
shameful
scandalous
disreputable
notorious
infamous
discreditable
Definitions
- Having a strong and unpleasant smell, especially of decay or corruption
- * Morally or ethically wrong, unacceptable, or undesirable
- * Causing a feeling of disgust, distaste, or unease
Usage Examples
- The unsavory smell of the garbage dump made it difficult to breathe
- * The company's unsavory business practices led to a loss of public trust
- * The politician's unsavory reputation made it hard for her to gain support
Antonyms
savory
pleasant
agreeable
appealing
attractive
delightful
enjoyable
satisfying
pleasing
tasteful
refined
elegant
decent
moral
ethical
right
good
virtuous
benevolent
beneficial
harmless
innocuous
wholesome
pure
clean
fresh
sweet
fragrant
aromatic
appetizing
inviting
satisfying
gratifying
comforting
reassuring
pleasant
charming
alluring
enticing