Objectionable: meaning, definitions and examples

Use this word when describing something that people find inappropriate or unacceptable, often in a formal or serious setting.

• The committee found his comments to be highly objectionable
• Such behavior is considered objectionable in our workplace

Best used when describing something that is deeply insulting or causes strong feelings of hurt or anger, often carrying a negative connotation.

• His remarks were offensive to many people
• Posting such offensive content online is unacceptable

This term is suitable for indicating that something is not accepted or authorized, usually by a person or a group in authority or during an evaluation.

• The new policy was disapproved by the board members
• His choice of attire was disapproved by the conservative community

Use this word when something causes a mild or moderate feeling of dissatisfaction or unhappiness. It's less severe than 'offensive' or 'objectionable'.

• The color of the room is quite displeasing
• The movie had several displeasing scenes

Repeated entry, ignore this instance.

Used in both formal and informal contexts to describe something that is not enjoyable or causes discomfort.

• The weather today is very unpleasant.
• He had an unpleasant experience at the dentist's office.

Appropriate in polite conversation or writing when indicating that something is mildly offensive or unpleasant.

• She found the joke distasteful and chose not to laugh.
• The manager thought the advertisement was distasteful and decided to pull it.

Best used in informal contexts when describing something that causes a strong feeling of revulsion or extreme dislike.

• The smell coming from the kitchen was absolutely disgusting.
• I found the way he treated his colleagues to be disgusting.