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Meaning of untoward in English
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Classifying Adjective
untoward
Definitions
1.
not in keeping with accepted standards of what is right or proper in polite society
Examples
« was buried with indecent haste »
« indecorous behavior »
« language unbecoming to a lady »
« unseemly to use profanity »
« moved to curb their untoward ribaldry »
Synonyms
improper
2.
contrary to your interests or welfare
Examples
« adverse circumstances »
« made a place for themselves under the most untoward conditions »
Synonyms
unfavorable
unfavourable