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untoward
01
not expected, normally inconvenient or unpleasant
02
not in keeping with accepted standards of what is right or proper in polite society
Example
An untoward discovery in the files led to a serious investigation.
The sudden rain was an untoward event that ruined the outdoor picnic.
She was concerned when she noticed any untoward behavior from the usually friendly neighbor.
His untoward comments during the meeting made everyone uncomfortable.
She found his untoward behavior at the party both surprising and unsettling.
