Word of the Day for 10th Grade

Friday, January 16

untoward adj

Definition: Contrary to your interests or welfare; Not in keeping with accepted standards of what is right or proper in polite society

Synonyms: adverse, harmful, indecent

Usage: Heidi's petulant attitude toward her parents was considered untoward and disgraceful by the rest of her relatives.

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