objectionable

adjective

ob·​jec·​tion·​able əb-ˈjek-sh(ə-)nə-bəl How to pronounce objectionable (audio)
objectionableness noun
objectionably adverb

Examples of objectionable in a Sentence

a T-shirt with an objectionable image
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Gaetz was the most objectionable among a group of nominees who would have faced immediate disqualification during an earlier era. Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 21 Nov. 2024 The opening foreward of the book points out that some of the content might be objectionable to some modern audiences. Rob Wieland, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024 Once the objectionable joke about Harris was spotted, a staffer asked Hinchcliffe to strike it. Martha Ross, The Mercury News, 28 Oct. 2024 Brand safety refers to employing measures to protect a company's image and reputation, such as ensuring ads don't appear next to objectionable content. Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 5 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for objectionable 

Word History

Etymology

objection + -able

First Known Use

1741, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of objectionable was in 1741

Dictionary Entries Near objectionable

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“Objectionable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/objectionable. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

objectionable

adjective
ob·​jec·​tion·​able əb-ˈjek-sh(ə-)nə-bəl How to pronounce objectionable (audio)
: arousing objection : offensive
uses objectionable language
objectionably adverb

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