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What is another word for Unconscionable? – 134 Unconscionable Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    immoral unethical unscrupulous dishonorable shameful scandalous outrageous atrocious heinous inexcusable indefensible unjustifiable reprehensible odious abhorrent detestable despicable contemptible disgusting repugnant distasteful unprincipled corrupt depraved vicious cruel brutal merciless ruthless heartless callous inhumane barbaric savage iniquitous nefarious wicked evil wrong bad vile

    Meaning of Unconscionable

    The primary meaning of "unconscionable" refers to something that is not guided by conscience or a sense of right and wrong, often implying a lack of moral principles or ethics.

    Definitions

    • Not guided by conscience or a sense of right and wrong
    • * Morally unacceptable or unjustifiable
    • * Lacking a sense of moral responsibility or principles

    Etymology of Unconscionable

    The word "unconscionable" originates from the Old French word "conscience," which is derived from the Latin "conscientia," meaning "knowledge within oneself" or "moral sense"
    Historically, the term has been used to describe actions or behaviors that are considered morally reprehensible or unjustifiable, often implying a lack of conscience or moral principles

    Example Uses

    • The company's decision to prioritize profits over employee safety was unconscionable
    • * It is unconscionable that the government has not taken action to address the poverty and inequality in the country
    • * The judge deemed the defendant's actions unconscionable and sentenced them to the maximum penalty

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    moral ethical principled justifiable defensible excusable pardonable just fair right good virtuous honorable noble admirable commendable praiseworthy laudable meritorious upright righteous conscientious

    Related Nouns

    morality ethics conscience principles values standards justice fairness righteousness virtue honor nobility integrity decency dignity respect reputation character behavior action decision choice option

    Related Verbs

    act behave decide choose do perform commit perpetrate condone justify defend excuse pardon forgive moralize preach lecture advise counsel guide direct

    Related Adjectives

    moral ethical principled just fair right good virtuous honorable noble admirable commendable praiseworthy laudable meritorious upright righteous conscientious decent dignified respectful reputable charitable benevolent humane compassionate empathetic