unsavoury
Britishadjective
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objectionable or distasteful
an unsavoury character
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disagreeable in odour or taste
Other Word Forms
- unsavourily adverb
- unsavouriness noun
Example Sentences
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On Wednesday, chants in support of the sanctioned Russian oligarch who transformed Chelsea rang out across Stamford Bridge, alongside unsavoury songs aimed at co-controlling owner Eghbali and Clearlake Capital.
From BBC • Jan. 7, 2026
The unsavoury saga has been unsettling for the players, but GB guard Josh Ward-Hibbert believes it will not affect their performance against Lithuania.
From BBC • Nov. 27, 2025
The Brazilian later returned to the bench and, after his side's 2-1 win, tried to confront Barcelona's Lamine Yamal during unsavoury post-match scenes.
From BBC • Oct. 29, 2025
There were a number of unsavoury exchanges with world number two McIlroy receiving the majority of the stick.
From BBC • Sep. 27, 2025
The Kneazle has an uncanny ability to detect unsavoury or suspicious characters and can be relied upon to guide its owner safely home if they are lost.
From "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" by J.K. Rowling
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