ungodly
2 synonyms and 3 antonyms for ungodly, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Lacking reverence for God; not in keeping with religious teaching.
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 ungodly
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
ungodly hour
ungodly amount
ungodly noise
Etymology
From Old English godlīċ ("godlike"), with un- added — the informal "extreme/outrageous" sense developed later in English.
Full origin of ungodly →Frequently asked questions
What does “ungodly” mean?
The word “ungodly” means lacking reverence for God; not in keeping with religious teaching. In plain terms, either "not religious/wicked" or, more casually, "an extreme, ridiculous amount" (as in "an ungodly hour").
How do you pronounce “ungodly”?
“Ungodly” is pronounced uhn-GOD-lee (/ʌnˈɡɑdli/ in IPA).
How do you use “ungodly” in a sentence?
Here is “ungodly” used in a sentence: “The preacher condemned their ungodly behaviour.”
What part of speech is “ungodly”?
“Ungodly” is an adjective.
Where does the word “ungodly” come from?
The word “ungodly” comes from Old English. From Old English godlīċ ("godlike"), with un- added — the informal "extreme/outrageous" sense developed later in English.
How many meanings does “ungodly” have?
“Ungodly” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: lacking reverence for God; not in keeping with religious teaching.
