Synonyms of obnoxious

obnoxious

adjective

äb-ˈnäk-shəs 

1

as in ugly

causing intense displeasure, disgust, or resentment

the obnoxious disc jockey caused many listeners to call the station with complaints

Synonyms & Similar Words

• ugly
• disgusting
• awful
• horrible
• hideous
• sickening
• obscene
• offensive
• shocking
• nasty
• dreadful
• unpleasant
• evil
• odious
• loathsome
• repulsive
• repugnant
• gross
• noxious
• appalling
• distasteful
• revolting
• abominable
• horrid
• abhorrent
• scandalous
• nauseating
• terrible
• repellent
• undesirable
• gruesome
• horrendous
• horrific
• nauseous
• noisome
• foul
• disturbing
• vile
• rancid
• hateful
• fulsome
• repellant
• unwanted
• objectionable
• disagreeable
• monstrous
• miserable
• detestable
• contemptible
• despicable
• horrifying
• grim
• unhealthy
• heinous
• unwelcome
• sick
• dislikeable
• unwholesome
• dislikable
• exceptionable
• unsavory
• brackish
• atrocious
• ghastly
• uncivilized
• sickly
• execrable
• nightmarish
• barbarous
• unspeakable
• lousy
• hard
• lurid
• ungodly
• frightful
• grisly
• upsetting
• macabre
• unholy
• off-putting
• unchristian
• sickish
• distressing
• grewsome

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• innocuous
• acceptable
• attractive
• inoffensive
• desirable
• pleasant
• sweet
• delightful
• agreeable
• alluring
• delicious
• nice
• enjoyable
• appealing
• likable
• congenial
• likeable
• welcome
• satisfying
• dreamy
• pleasurable
• gratifying
• pleasing
• heavenly
• darling
• palatable
• delectable
• inviting
• luscious
• dulcet
• felicitous
• savory
• blessed
• savoury
• unobjectionable
• blest
• unexceptionable
• healthy
• wholesome
• healthful
• salutary
• delightsome
• salubrious
• restorative

2

as in offensive

provoking or likely to provoke protest

an obnoxious comment for which there should be an immediate apology

Synonyms & Similar Words

• offensive
• unpleasant
• unacceptable
• unwanted
• objectionable
• terrible
• undesirable
• disgusting
• reprehensible
• bad
• obscene
• vulgar
• exceptionable
• infamous
• censurable
• disagreeable
• unwelcome
• sickening
• suggestive
• foul
• loathsome
• distasteful
• nasty
• vile
• repulsive
• repugnant
• pornographic
• miserable
• displeasing
• naughty
• revolting
• abhorrent
• atrocious
• unspeakable
• repellent
• gross
• execrable
• wicked
• lousy
• perverted
• indecent
• profane
• filthy
• unbecoming
• coarse
• wretched
• indecorous
• lewd
• scurrilous
• sickish
• repellant
• lascivious
• crude
• unprintable
• dirty
• bawdy
• salty
• off-colored
• smutty
• ribald
• off
• racy
• earthy
• off-color
• blameworthy
• debasing
• blamable

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• acceptable
• pleasant
• delightful
• agreeable
• easy
• inoffensive
• pretty
• good
• unobjectionable
• nice
• enjoyable
• delicious
• congenial
• grateful
• satisfying
• dreamy
• pleasurable
• welcome
• gratifying
• darling
• pleasing
• palatable
• delectable
• felicitous
• blessed
• endorsed
• approved
• proper
• correct
• promoted
• respectable
• decent
• blest
• sanctioned
• becoming
• dulcet
• supported
• exemplary
• encouraged
• decorous
• pure
• perfect
• relishable
• commendable
• delightsome
• creditable
• blameless
• indorsed
• seemly
• immaculate
• abetted
• spotless
• politically correct

Examples of obnoxious in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Only for the rise of tipping culture to let everyone in on what an obnoxious partner government is, always and everywhere. —John Tamny, Forbes, 17 Aug. 2024

Among a patchwork of airline policies, federal regulations, and obnoxious passengers, many are left wondering if they're allowed to breastfeed on a plane, and if so, what guidelines are in place? —Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Aug. 2024

In contrast, statements of opinion, such as claiming that another person is mean or obnoxious, is subjective and opinionated commentary and not defamation. —Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 31 July 2024

Deadpool & Wolverine proves that Marvel capitalizes on a market of obnoxious, smart-ass adolescents (and adults) insatiable for sarcasm. —Armond White, National Review, 26 July 2024