Definition

Something that cannot be justified or excused; it is unreasonable or unacceptable.

Example

The manager's unwarrantable actions led to a loss of trust among the team.

Conversation

Did you hear about the criticism he received after the presentation?

Yeah, I thought it was a bit harsh, honestly.

I agree, some of it felt completely unwarrantable to me.

Exactly! It's like they were just looking for reasons to complain.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unwarrantable → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "warrantable" (from Old French *garantir*, meaning to guarantee or assure, with the suffix "-able" meaning capable of). The word "unwarrantable" means not capable of being guaranteed or justified.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being added to something that can be 'guaranteed' ('warrantable') — that's why unwarrantable means something that cannot be justified.

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