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Definitions

unacceptable

ADJECTIVE
not suitable or satisfactory
Synonyms
STRONGEST
distasteful improper inadmissible objectionable offensive repugnant undesirable unsatisfactory
WEAK
below par damaged disagreeable displeasing exceptionable half-baked ill-favored insupportable lousy not up to snuff obnoxious reject unappealing uninviting unpleasant unwanted unwelcome won't do
Antonyms
STRONGEST
acceptable agreeable appropriate good nice pleasant pleasing
WEAK
OK desirable satisfactory suitable

Example Sentences

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"This is totally unacceptable," Anwar Gargash told the BBC, calling it a dangerous precedent for other vital chokepoints around the world.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

Pope Leo XIV said that "this threat against all the people of Iran" was "truly unacceptable."

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

Blackmore admitted unacceptable professional conduct and/or conduct that may bring the profession into disrepute, and failing to maintain professional boundaries, on 24 March.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

But Tehran on Friday rejected mediated efforts to negotiate an end to the war, saying U.S. demands are unacceptable.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

Lola sighed and shook her head slowly, as though trying to reconcile herself to the unacceptable truth.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan