Cool MateMeaning of Unacceptable
so bad that you think it should not be allowed
In simple words: Not okay or not allowed.
Unacceptable in a sentence
- Such behaviour is totally unacceptable in a civilized society.
- Noise from the factory has reached an unacceptable level.
- Most people would consider such risks wholly unacceptable.
- Such a solution would be quite unacceptable to the majority of people.
- The cost of these proposed changes makes them unacceptable.
- There is nothing inherently unacceptable in these proposals.
- Raising taxes now would be politically unacceptable.
How to use Unacceptable
Use 'unacceptable' in formal situations, such as professional settings or written complaints. Avoid in casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
standalone adjective
Memory hint
Think of 'un' as 'not' and 'acceptable' as 'okay' — so it means 'not okay'.
Related words
Collocations with Unacceptable
Synonyms for Unacceptable
- intolerable
- inappropriate
- unallowable
- unsuitable
Opposites of Unacceptable
- acceptable
- agreeable
- satisfactory
Common mistakes with Unacceptable
- Confused with 'unacceptable' and 'unexceptable'.
- Used in casual contexts where simpler words like 'not okay' would fit better.
- Mispronounced, especially the 'un' part.
Unacceptable appears in
Unacceptable in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
غير مقبول
مش كويس أو مش مسموح بيه.
- Bengaliবাংলা
অগ্রহণযোগ্য
ঠিক নয় বা অনুমোদিত নয়।
- GermanDeutsch
Inakzeptabel
Nicht in Ordnung oder nicht erlaubt.
- SpanishEspañol
Inaceptable
No está bien o no está permitido.
- Persianفارسی
غیرقابل قبول
قبول نیست یا مجاز نیست.
- FrenchFrançais
Inacceptable
Pas acceptable ou pas autorisé.
- Hindiहिन्दी
अस्वीकार्य
ठीक नहीं या अनुमति नहीं है।
- ItalianItaliano
Inaccettabile
Non va bene o non è permesso.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Inaceitável
Não está ok ou não é permitido.
- RussianРусский
Неприемлемый
Не годится или не разрешено.
- Urduاردو
ناقابل قبول
ٹھیک نہیں یا اجازت نہیں ہے۔
- Chinese中文
不可接受的
不行或者不允许。
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Frequently asked questions about Unacceptable
What does Unacceptable mean?
Not okay or not allowed.
What is the definition of Unacceptable?
so bad that you think it should not be allowed
How do you use Unacceptable in a sentence?
Such behaviour is totally unacceptable in a civilized society.
Can you give another example of Unacceptable?
Noise from the factory has reached an unacceptable level.
What are synonyms for Unacceptable?
Common alternatives include intolerable, inappropriate, unallowable, unsuitable.
What is the opposite of Unacceptable?
Opposite meanings include acceptable, agreeable, satisfactory.
What words go with Unacceptable?
It commonly pairs with be, prove, seem, absolutely, completely, entirely, to.
What are common mistakes when using Unacceptable?
Confused with 'unacceptable' and 'unexceptable'. Used in casual contexts where simpler words like 'not okay' would fit better. Mispronounced, especially the 'un' part.
How do you pronounce Unacceptable?
US: /["/ˌʌnəkˈseptəbl/"]/, UK: /["/ˌʌnəkˈseptəbl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Unacceptable formal or informal?
"Unacceptable" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.
When should I use Unacceptable?
Use 'unacceptable' in formal situations, such as professional settings or written complaints. Avoid in casual conversations.
What CEFR level is Unacceptable?
"Unacceptable" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.