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Synonyms & Similar Words
distasteful
unpleasant
unpalatable
disagreeable
disgusting
repulsive
repugnant
objectionable
offensive
nasty
vile
foul
filthy
loathsome
odious
hateful
abhorrent
detestable
despicable
contemptible
disreputable
shameful
scandalous
infamous
notorious
discreditable
unwholesome
unsatisfactory
unappealing
uninviting
distorting
sickening
nauseating
revolting
repellant
off-putting
unappetizing
nauseous
Meaning of Unsavory
Having a unpleasant or disagreeable quality
Definitions
- Lacking a pleasant or appealing quality
- Morally or ethically questionable
- Causing a sense of distaste or revulsion
- Having a bad or unfavorable reputation
Example Uses
- The unsavory conditions in the prison led to a major investigation
- The company's unsavory business practices resulted in a loss of public trust
- The smell of the rotten food was unsavory and made me feel nauseous
- The politician's unsavory past came back to haunt him during the election
- The unsavory character of the neighborhood made it an unappealing place to live
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
pleasant
agreeable
palatable
appealing
inviting
wholesome
satisfactory
reputable
respectable
honorable
commendable
laudable
admirable
creditable
savory
sweet
tasty
delightful
charming
attractive
alluring
enticing
tempting
appealing
satisfying