Definition

The quality or state of not being acceptable or satisfactory.

Example

The unacceptability of the proposal led to its rejection by the committee.

Conversation

I can't believe how much unacceptability there is in that recent policy change.

I know, right? It just doesn't make any sense to me.

It's frustrating because we have to deal with the consequences of this unacceptability.

Absolutely, it feels like our voices aren't being heard at all.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unacceptability → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not), "accept" (from Latin "acceptare", meaning to receive), and "-ability" (meaning the quality of being able to). The word "unacceptability" means the quality of not being able to be received or accepted.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being able to be 'received' ('accept') — that's why unacceptability refers to something that cannot be accepted.

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