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UNEDIFYING Synonyms

There are 9 synonyms of the word unedifying. (exact relations)
There is 0 hypernym of the word unedifying. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for UNEDIFYING

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unenlightening
adjectiveadj
adjective

• failing to inform or clarify

• not edifying

degrading
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• harmful to the mind or morals

• used of conduct; characterized by dishonor

disrespectful
adjectiveadj
adjective

• exhibiting lack of respect; rude and discourteous

adjective satellite

• neither feeling nor showing respect

distasteful
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• not pleasing in odor or taste

• highly offensive; arousing aversion or disgust

inappropriate
adjectiveadj
adjective

• not suitable for a particular occasion etc

adjective satellite

• not in keeping with what is correct or proper

indecent
adjectiveadj
adjective

• offensive to good taste especially in sexual matters

adjective satellite

• not in keeping with accepted standards of what is right or proper in polite society

• offending against sexual mores in conduct or appearance

objectionable
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• causing disapproval or protest

• liable to objection or debate; used of something one might take exception to

offensive
adjectiveadj
adjective

• for the purpose of attack rather than defense

• causing anger or annoyance

• morally offensive

• unpleasant or disgusting especially to the senses

noun

• the action of attacking an enemy

adjective satellite

• violating or tending to violate or offend against

• causing or able to cause nausea

unhelpful
adjectiveadj
adjective

• providing no assistance

Alternatives for UNENLIGHTENING

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