| 单词 | untoward |
| 释义 | untoward (once / 3306 pages) adj The adjective untoward describes something offensive or inappropriate, like the rumors of untoward behavior that can shatter a Hollywood icon's reputation. Untoward also describes things that are not good for you, such as untoward advice from someone your parents always said was a bad influence. Think about what you do when you move toward something: you get closer to it. Suppose you're moving toward a goal. You are, as they say, "on the right path." But when you add the prefix un- you reverse that, and you're no longer on the path to that goal — you're untoward. WORD FAMILYuntoward: untowardest, untowardly USAGE EXAMPLESShe says a ramp and maintenance team inspected the aircraft but that nothing untoward was found. Seattle Times(Dec 23, 2016) But would she ever allow such untoward physical contact? New York Times(Dec 08, 2016) Trump and Farage are mainly discussing wind farms, and their untoward effects on golf courses. New York Times(Nov 25, 2016) 1adj not in keeping with accepted standards of what is right or proper in polite society moved to curb their untoward ribaldry Syn indecent, indecorous, unbecoming, uncomely, unseemly improper not suitable or right or appropriate 2adj contrary to your interests or welfare made a place for themselves under the most untoward conditions Syn adverse, inauspicious unfavorable, unfavourable not encouraging or approving or pleasing |
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