unsavory

Meanings

• Adjective

  Displeasing or offensive to the senses, especially to taste.

  - "The unsavory smell of spoiled milk turned her stomach."
  - "The unsavory taste of the overcooked Brussels sprouts was unappetizing."

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Pronunciation

1. /ʌnˈseɪv.əɹ.i/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with unsavory
savory , quarrel , victory , story

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Variants

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unsavory

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Etymology

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Originated from the Middle English word 'unsavour', meaning 'unpleasant to the taste'.

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Trivia

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1. The word unsavory has 7 letters.

2. Unsavory is an antonym of savory.

3. Unsavory can also refer to unpleasant or objectionable behavior.

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Related Concepts

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1. Savory: Opposite of unsavory. Pleasing to the senses, especially to taste.

2. Offensive: Causing displeasure or annoyance. Can be used to describe unsavory smells, tastes, or behaviors.

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Culture

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In literature, unsavory characters are often used to add conflict and tension to the story. In art, unsavory subjects can provoke strong emotional responses. In music, unsavory themes can be explored through various genres such as punk or heavy metal.

How to Memorize "unsavory"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a spoiled fruit or a dirty kitchen to associate unsavory with unpleasant smells and tastes.

2. associate
   

   - Associate unsavory with words like 'disgusting', 'repulsive', or 'unappetizing'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic phrase such as 'Unsavory starts with U, Unpleasant smells and tastes are what I muse'.

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