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Definition of unadoptable

unadoptable

/ˌʌn.əˈdɑːp.tə.bəl/
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unadoptable Lexical Profile

unadoptable Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Incapable of or unsuitable for being legally or permanently adopted, especially due to age, severe behavioral issues, medical conditions, or legal status (of a child or domestic animal).

Example

"With dedicated medical care and behavioral rehabilitation, the shelter helped several dogs that were previously deemed unadoptable find loving homes."

2

Unsuitable or impractical for being accepted, implemented, or put into practice (of a policy, method, or proposal).

Example

"The committee concluded that the proposed tax reform was politically unadoptable in the current legislative climate."

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• Rhymes for unadoptable

• Nearby Words

unaddicted
unaddressed
unadjusted
unadoptable
unadorned
unadulterated
unadventurous

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Unadoptable. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/unadoptable
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