예상치 못하게 발생하여 상황을 어렵게 하거나 불리하게 만드는.
Unexpected and usually unpleasant, inconvenient, or unfavorable.
예문:
"The outdoor wedding proceeded smoothly without any untoward weather conditions."
"The investigation was launched to ensure that nothing untoward had happened during the election."
사회적 기준이나 예의에 어긋나 부적절하거나 온당하지 못한.
Not proper, appropriate, or socially acceptable; unseemly.
예문:
"He was reprimanded for his untoward comments regarding his colleague's personal life."
"The diplomat made sure to avoid any untoward behavior that could cause an international scandal."
성격이나 태도가 비뚤어져서 다루기 힘들거나 고집이 센.
Difficult to guide, manage, or control; stubborn or perverse.
예문:
"The untoward youth often rebelled against any form of established authority."
"Managing such an untoward group of individuals proved to be a significant challenge for the new director."