Unspeakable

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Extreme EmotionPlay
Use 'unspeakable' to describe extreme negative feelings often related to trauma or horror. SlideAfter the earthquake, survivors talked about the unspeakable sadness.
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Not LiteralPlay
'Unspeakable' is used figuratively, meaning feelings and events are not actually impossible to describe. SlideThe movie depicted unspeakable evil, haunting the audience.
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Strong CondemnationPlay
The term conveys strong disapproval and is often used to criticize morally reprehensible actions. SlideThe dictator was responsible for unspeakable crimes against humanity.