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

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I’m of the mind that erroneously killing one person in the name of justice is one too many — that the death penalty is an unacceptable risk.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 5, 2026

Givan has previously told his officials not to attend the education committee due to what he called "unacceptable behaviour" by Sheehan.

From BBC ● Nov. 5, 2026

Mainoo says the present position is unacceptable for a club of United's size.

From BBC ● Nov. 2, 2026

"This type of behaviour is completely unacceptable and has to stop before there are serious consequences."

From BBC ● Nov. 1, 2026

That was unacceptable, even if he was concerned about my well-being.

From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins

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