Unallowable

Pronunciation: /ʌnəˈlaʊəbəl/

Definitions of unallowable

adjective not permitted or allowed; prohibited

Example Sentences

A1 Using a calculator during the exam is unallowable.

A2 Eating in the library is unallowable.

B1 Wearing inappropriate attire to work is unallowable.

B2 Sharing confidential information with unauthorized individuals is unallowable.

C1 Engaging in unethical business practices is unallowable.

C2 Violating human rights is unallowable under any circumstances.

Examples of unallowable in a Sentence

formal The expenses claimed were deemed unallowable by the finance department.

informal They said we couldn't use that supplier because they were unallowable.

slang I can't believe they made that purchase, it's totally unallowable.

figurative His behavior was so unallowable, it was like he was breaking all the rules.

Grammatical Forms of unallowable

• past tense: was unallowable
• plural: unallowables
• comparative: more unallowable
• superlative: most unallowable
• present tense: is unallowable
• future tense: will be unallowable
• perfect tense: has been unallowable
• continuous tense: is being unallowable
• singular: unallowable
• positive degree: unallowable
• infinitive: to be unallowable
• gerund: being unallowable
• participle: unallowable

Origin and Evolution of unallowable

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'unallowable' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'allowable' meaning 'permissible'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'unallowable' has continued to be used to describe things that are not permitted or acceptable, with its usage remaining consistent in conveying the same meaning.