Meaning of the word unsavory in English

What does unsavory mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

unsavory

US /ʌnˈseɪ.vɚ.i/
UK /ʌnˈseɪ.vər.i/
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Adjective

1.

disagreeable to taste, smell, or look at

Example:
The restaurant served an unsavory dish that no one wanted to eat.
There was an unsavory smell coming from the old refrigerator.
2.

morally objectionable or disreputable

Example:
He was involved in some unsavory business dealings.
The neighborhood had an unsavory reputation due to its high crime rate.