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Unspeakable

usgb/ʌnˈspiːkəbl/Volume
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Extreme Emotion

Use 'unspeakable' to describe extreme negative feelings often related to trauma or horror.

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After the earthquake, survivors talked about the unspeakable sadness.
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Not Literal

'Unspeakable' is used figuratively, meaning feelings and events are not actually impossible to describe.

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The movie depicted unspeakable evil, haunting the audience.
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Strong Condemnation

The term conveys strong disapproval and is often used to criticize morally reprehensible actions.

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The dictator was responsible for unspeakable crimes against humanity.
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