Too embarrassing, offensive, or shocking to be spoken about
“Until recently, however, it has been an unmentionable industry, rarely spoken of by politicians, air-brushed out of tourist literature, and never claimed as a hobby by anyone with ambitions to make their way in public life.”
Offensive, vulgar or obscene in nature
“He is guilty of unmentionable acts of depravity, with a constant, uncontrollable thirst for greater and more lascivious escapades.”
Not able to be told or expressed to others
Focusing on the unpleasant aspects of life
Something not to be discussed in polite society
“He was taught from childhood that this practice was an unmentionable of decent people.”
A hidden or secret shameful act, immoral behavior, or misdeed
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