uncalled-for

Word Type: Adjective

Definition

Unnecessary, inappropriate, or rude; not justified or warranted.

Example

  • “His comments were completely uncalled-for and hurt everyone’s feelings.”
  • “The criticism was uncalled-for, especially since she was just trying to help.”
  • “It was uncalled-for to make such a remark at the dinner table.”
  • “Her outburst was uncalled-for and disrupted the whole meeting.”
  • “The joke was uncalled-for and made everyone feel uncomfortable.”