uncalled-for

adjective

un·called-for | \ ˌən-ˈkȯl(d)-ˌfȯr

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Definition of uncalled-for

1 : not called for or needed : unnecessary

2 : being or offered without provocation or justification an uncalled-for display of temper uncalled-for insults

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The first known use of uncalled-for was circa 1656

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uncalled-for

adjective

English Language Learners Definition of uncalled-for

: not necessary or appropriate : not called for

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uncalled-for

adjective

un·called-for | \ ˌən-ˈkȯld-ˌfȯr\

Kids Definition of uncalled-for

: not needed or wanted : not proper uncalled-for remarks

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