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objectionable

Objectionable (adjective) means Likely to cause disapproval or offence. Example: “His comments about coworkers were widely seen as objectionable.”

adjective
1
Likely to cause disapproval or offence.
"His comments about coworkers were widely seen as objectionable."

How to use objectionable

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishOffensive or unacceptable enough that people object to it.

Word forms

more objectionable comparative, most objectionable superlative

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Etymology

From objection + -able.

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What does “objectionable” mean?

The word “objectionable” means likely to cause disapproval or offence. In plain terms, offensive or unacceptable enough that people object to it.

How do you use “objectionable” in a sentence?

Here is “objectionable” used in a sentence: “His comments about coworkers were widely seen as objectionable.”

What is the opposite of “objectionable”?

The opposite of “objectionable” — its antonyms — is unobjectionable.

What part of speech is “objectionable”?

“Objectionable” is an adjective.

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