Vocabulary Builder — Essay & Answer Writing
Unconscionable
adjective
/ un-KON-shuh-nuh-bul /
Hard
Meaning
Not right or reasonable; shockingly unfair or unjust; exceeding the limits of what is morally acceptable
Origin / Etymology
English un- + conscionable (guided by conscience)
Synonyms
Unscrupulous
Outrageous
Inexcusable
Antonyms
Reasonable
Fair
Conscientious
Example Sentence
"Further delay in implementing women's reservation, after 27 years since the bill was first introduced, would be unconscionable."
🎯 UPSC Usage
Powerful word for Essay and GS4 (Ethics) answers when arguing that a situation violates basic standards of fairness. Also used in contract law (unconscionable bargain).
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