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Definition of unpleasantry

unpleasantry

/ʌnˈplɛz.ən.tɹi/
un · pleas · ant · ry
Adverb:unpleasantly
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Plural:unpleasantries
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Adjective:unpleasant
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• noun

1

An disagreeable, rude, or hostile remark, action, or incident (usually used in the plural).

Example

"The two rival politicians exchanged a few sharp unpleasantries before the debate officially began."

2

The state or quality of being disagreeable, tense, or unpleasant.

Example

"She handled the entire diplomatic crisis with grace, avoiding any unnecessary unpleasantry."

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unpleasantly
unpleasantness
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unpleased
unpleasing
unpleated

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