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unspeakable vs awful

awful vs unspeakable

unspeakable and awful both are adjectives.

unspeakable is not an adverb while awful is an adverb.

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

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