Bad and Unsavory

Bad

Bad adjective - Not conforming to a high moral standard; morally unacceptable.
Usage example: stealing is just plain bad

Unsavory and bad are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Unsavory" instead an adjective "Bad".

Nearby Words: badly, badness

Unsavory

Unsavory adjective - Disagreeable or disgusting to the sense of taste.
Usage example: an unsavory blend of spices that simply overwhelmed the fish's delicate flavor

Bad and unsavory are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Bad" instead an adjective "Unsavory".

Both words in one sentence

  • Even after telling her about their unsavory history, Mutsumi still believes they are not bad people and sides with them due to her determination to get Keitaro and Naru together again.
  • Mouth Cam The very bad film Ice Grill does a particularly unsavory variation, with a shot meant to appear as if it had been filmed through a character's fly.
    Source: Mouth Cam
  • Series / Once Upon a Time in Wonderland Bad-Guy Bar: The Caterpillar's bar is frequented by some very unsavory types.
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