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UNTOWARD

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Untoward.

How to pronounce untoward:

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Untoward - as an adjective satellite

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

Example: "Was buried with indecent haste"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
indecentindecorousunbecominguncomelyunseemly

Contrary to your interests or welfare

Example: "Adverse circumstances"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
adverseinauspicious

Untoward - as an adjective

Unfavourable, adverse, or disadvantageous.

Unruly, troublesome; not easily guided.

Unseemly, improper.

Example Sentences

"She had an untoward attitude towards her coworkers."
"The untoward weather caused many flight delays."
"His untoward behavior at the party led to his expulsion."
"We experienced some untoward circumstances during our vacation."
"The company faced untoward economic conditions and had to make layoffs."
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Word Game Points

Is UNTOWARD a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, untoward is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

UNTOWARD has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is UNTOWARD a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, untoward is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
UNTOWARD has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is UNTOWARD a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, untoward is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
UNTOWARD has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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