Synonyms of unforgivable

unforgivable

adjective

ˌən-fər-ˈgi-və-bəl 

as in unacceptable

too bad to be excused or justified

an unforgivable crime that society must seek just punishment for

they considered their friend's selfish behavior unforgivable

Synonyms & Similar Words

• unacceptable
• inexcusable
• unpardonable
• unjustifiable
• outrageous
• indefensible
• unwarrantable
• vicious
• insupportable
• inexpiable
• evil
• unbearable
• heinous
• intolerable
• abominable
• egregious
• atrocious
• shocking
• insufferable
• monstrous
• cruel
• unendurable
• scandalous
• glaring
• flagrant
• gross
• deplorable
• condemned
• prohibited
• untenable
• vile
• wicked
• despicable
• iniquitous
• contemptible
• reprehensible
• ignoble
• forbidden
• execrable
• wretched
• blameworthy
• dirty
• base
• nasty
• rank
• barred
• outlawed
• censurable
• blamable
• disallowed
• reprobate
• proscribed
• banned
• interdicted

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• excusable
• justifiable
• acceptable
• pardonable
• tolerable
• defensible
• legal
• permissible
• forgivable
• permitted
• venial
• authorized
• approved
• endorsed
• moral
• good
• sanctioned
• ethical
• supported
• promoted
• tolerated
• virtuous
• allowed
• encouraged
• abetted

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of unforgivable

Had children been in the picture, though, Honnold’s death-defying acts would be unforgivable. — Richard Lawson, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2026

But the outside of the roll is not crispy at all, and that’s unforgivable. — Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 28 Aug. 2026

For this unforgivable crime, Cunningham has been booed, faced protests, been criticized by other players, saw opposing coaches wear t-shirts specifically targeted at her. — Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 16 Aug. 2026

During Friday’s sentencing hearing, Watson’s family implored Ruff to impose the maximum sentence, saying Sayers’ cruelty, lawlessness and hypocrisy were unforgivable. — Noelle Phillips, Denver Post, 25 July 2026