unconscionable
6 synonyms and 2 antonyms for unconscionable, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — So unfair, unreasonable, or immoral that it defies any sense of conscience.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use unconscionable
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
unconscionable delay
unconscionable terms
utterly unconscionable
A fairly formal word, common in legal writing and serious criticism.
Etymology
From un- + conscionable ("in line with conscience"), itself from conscience.
Full origin of unconscionable →Frequently asked questions
What does “unconscionable” mean?
The word “unconscionable” means so unfair, unreasonable, or immoral that it defies any sense of conscience. In plain terms, so wrong or excessive it goes against any reasonable sense of right and wrong.
How do you pronounce “unconscionable”?
“Unconscionable” is pronounced uhn-KON-shuhn-uh-buhl (/ˌənˈkɑn(t)ʃ(ə)nəbəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “unconscionable” in a sentence?
Here is “unconscionable” used in a sentence: “Charging desperate families that much for water was unconscionable.”
What part of speech is “unconscionable”?
“Unconscionable” is an adjective.
