
Untoward
Social Sensitivity
Use 'untoward' to discreetly describe actions or words that may offend.

His untoward language during the meeting was noted by all.
Context of Surprise
'Untoward' often implies an element of surprise in an inconvenient situation.

Her untoward remark about the boss's policy caught everyone off-guard.
Negative Connotation
Using 'untoward' gives a negative feeling to the action or event being described.

There was nothing untoward about his conduct at the party.
Compare with
AdverseAnticipateDifficultExpectInconvenientTroublesomeUnforeseenUnfortunate
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