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untoward
01
not expected, normally inconvenient or unpleasant
Examples
The sudden rain was an untoward event that ruined the outdoor picnic.
His untoward comments during the meeting made everyone uncomfortable.
02
behaving or appearing in a way that goes against accepted standards of decency, manners, or social propriety
Examples
His untoward remarks at the dinner table made several guests uncomfortable.
The teacher addressed the student 's untoward behavior during the assembly.
