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awful vs unspeakable

unspeakable vs awful

awful and unspeakable both are adjectives.

awful is an adverb but unspeakable is not an adverb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
awful No Yes No Yes
unspeakable No Yes No No
As adjectives, awful and unspeakable are synonyms defined as:
  • awful and unspeakable: exceptionally bad or displeasing
Other synonyms of awful include abominable, atrocious, dreadful, painful, terrible.
awful (adjective) unspeakable (adjective)
offensive or even (of persons) malicious exceptionally bad or displeasing
causing fear or dread or terror defying expression or description
exceptionally bad or displeasing too sacred to be uttered
extreme in degree or extent or amount or impact
inspiring awe or admiration or wonder
inspired by a feeling of fearful wonderment or reverence
awful (adverb) unspeakable (adverb)
used as intensifiers
Difference between awful and unspeakable

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