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.”