Unpalatable Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations
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unpalatable
[สnหpalษtษb(ษ)l ]
Definitions
food taste
Not pleasant or acceptable to the taste or mind.
Synonyms
disagreeable, repugnant, unappetizing.
Examples of usage
- The food was so unpalatable that I couldn't finish it.
- The unpalatable odor of the garbage filled the room.
idea
Difficult to accept or deal with.
Synonyms
distasteful, unacceptable, unpleasant.
Examples of usage
- The truth of the situation was unpalatable to him.
- The decision was unpalatable but necessary.
Translations
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Origin of 'unpalatable'
The word 'unpalatable' originated in the early 19th century, derived from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and 'palatable' meaning 'pleasant to taste'. It has been used to describe things that are not acceptable or pleasant, both in terms of taste and ideas.
Word Frequency Rank
Positioned at #22,545, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.
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