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Unpalatable

Verb / ʌˈnpælʌtʌbʌl / Another word for unpalatable — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Not pleasant to taste or eat.

Synonyms & similar words

palatable disgusting nasty revolting unappetizing uninviting unsavory offensive repulsive distasteful unpleasant yucky gross nauseating detestable unappealing unattractive untempting awful horrible horrid

Example sentences

  1. The unpalatable medicine made the child cry.
  2. The restaurant served an unpalatable meal.
  3. The vegetable was so unpalatable that I had to spit it out.
  4. The smell of the garbage was unpalatable.
  5. The unpalatable taste of the drink made me feel sick.

Quotes

  • The truth is unpalatable, and you can't make it go down by spreading it with jam. - Dorothy Parker
  • The unpalatable truth is that the majority of men and women and children are slaves to food. - George Bernard Shaw
  • The most unpalatable truth is that we are not rational animals; we are rationalizing animals. - Stephen Jay Gould

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