unsavoury

/ʌnsˈævri/

Definitions

1. adjective

having a strong distaste or unpleasantness

“He found the atmosphere in the old mansion to be quite unsavoury.”

2. noun

an unpleasant or distasteful person or thing

“The unsavoury character in the movie was a great villain.”

3. adverb

in a way that is unpleasant or distasteful

“He spoke unsavoury about his former colleagues.”

4. verb

to make something seem unpleasant or distasteful

“The scandal unsavoured the company’s reputation.”

Synonyms

  • disgusting
  • odious
  • unpleasant

Antonyms

  • delectable
  • pleasant
  • savory