uncalled-for

adj — 2 senses

uncalled-for

adj

US /ʌnˈkɔld.foɹ/

Etymology From un- + called for.

1

Unwanted; not requested or required.

2

Unwarranted, disproportionate, or inappropriate; not deserved or justified, especially when rude or offensive.

  • That nasty remark was uncalled-for.
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uncalled

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