Unsavourly

The adjective 'unsavourly' describes something that is unpleasant, distasteful, or lacking in pleasantness, especially in taste, smell, or manner. It suggests a lack of refinement, and a potential to cause discomfort or displeasure. The term can apply to sensory experiences, like food or a bad odor; to behaviours and attitudes, for example someone's approach or conduct. It's often used to critique something that is deemed morally or socially unacceptable, or that deviates from a desired or expected standard of propriety or elegance. The word conveys a negative judgment of an entity or act for its lack of agreeableness.

Unsavourly meaning with examples

• The stew had an unsavourly flavour, with a strange, bitter aftertaste that lingered unpleasantly on the tongue. After only two spoonfuls, I could barely bring myself to finish the meal. The texture was also unusual, as if the food had been prepared some days prior, and reheated. I was thoroughly disappointed, and I am unlikely to visit that establishment again.
• His unsavourly comments at the meeting caused a great deal of offense to the guests, particularly his disparaging remarks about the company's performance. His tone and expressions of disapproval were unnecessarily pointed. The damage was substantial. His manager needed to take him aside for some constructive criticism, and possibly some sensitivity training.
• The old, unsavourly paint on the walls of the abandoned house gave the property a decrepit appearance. The peeling paint was evidence of years of neglect. The property now suffered from the unsavourly visual impression it left, with each crack and blister adding to the overall air of decay. The entire interior was a wreck.
• The politician's campaign was marked by several unsavourly tactics, including personal attacks and the spreading of misinformation. Their opponents were taken back by these dishonest practices, and the people lost faith in him. These tactics eroded public trust, and ultimately, may have cost him the election; his unsavourly conduct made it difficult to support his plans for the future.