unobjectionable

Everyday

(formal) Unobjectionable means not likely to upset or annoy anyone; acceptable, though often not exciting. tree →

In the lessons

It appears in formal writing, reviews and reports: «an unobjectionable choice», «unobjectionable language». In everyday speech people say «fine», «OK» or «harmless». It tells the reader that nobody could complain, but sometimes that something is a bit dull. Phrases: «perfectly unobjectionable».

Examples

• The film was unobjectionable, with no rude words or scary scenes. tree →
• The teacher chose an unobjectionable song for the assembly. tree →
• Plain toast is an unobjectionable breakfast for a sick child. tree →
• His comments were polite and unobjectionable. tree →
• The new rule seemed unobjectionable, so everyone agreed. tree →
• The food was unobjectionable but not very tasty. tree →

Note

Long formal word: un-ob-JEK-shun-a-bul. From «object» (verb, ob-JEKT: to say you disagree). Opposite: objectionable (offensive, unpleasant).