Untoward

Synonyms of untoward

• unexpected
• unforeseen
• unanticipated

Antonyms of untoward

• fortunate
• beneficial
• favorable

Collocations of untoward

behavior

Frequency: 70 %

His untoward behavior at the party caused a lot of discomfort.

incident

Frequency: 65 %

The untoward incident led to a police investigation.

consequences

Frequency: 60 %

The untoward consequences of his actions were unforeseen.

circumstances

Frequency: 55 %

Given the untoward circumstances, we had to cancel the event.

Idiomatic Expressions for untoward

• Phrase: untoward behavior
  Meaning: inappropriate or unacceptable behavior
  Usage: The teacher had to address the student's untoward behavior in class.