uncharitable

adjective

un·​char·​i·​ta·​ble ˌən-ˈcha-rə-tə-bəl How to pronounce uncharitable (audio)
: lacking in charity : severe in judging : harsh
uncharitable comments
uncharitableness noun
uncharitably adverb

Examples of uncharitable in a Sentence

an uncharitable couple who wouldn't even donate food to needy families at Thanksgiving an uncharitable attitude towards people who give in to alcohol or other temptations
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Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of uncharitable was in the 15th century

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“Uncharitable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/uncharitable. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

uncharitable

adjective
un·​char·​i·​ta·​ble ˌən-ˈchar-ət-ə-bəl How to pronounce uncharitable (audio)
: not charitable
especially : severe in judging others
uncharitable comments
uncharitableness noun
uncharitably adverb
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