uncalled-for

• Beschreibt etwas, das unnötig und oft unverschämt oder unpassend ist; meist eine unangebrachte oder ungebührliche Handlung oder Bemerkung.

Describes something that is unnecessary and usually offensive or inappropriate.

1. Not required or requestedB2formal

   Something that is not needed or asked for.

   Unangebracht

   • His advice was completely uncalled-for in that situation.
   • The extra charges were uncalled-for and surprised the customers.
   • Her comment was uncalled-for and made everyone uncomfortable.

   Synonymegratuitousneedlesssuperfluousunaskedunnecessaryunneededunsolicitedunwanted

   Antonymenecessaryneededrequestedrequired

2. Unnecessary and unwarrantedB2formal

   Describing an action or remark that is inappropriate, unjustified, or excessive.

   Unnötig und unberechtigt

   • The criticism was harsh and uncalled-for.
   • His rude behavior was entirely uncalled-for at the meeting.
   • An uncalled-for remark can damage a relationship.

   Synonymedisproportionateexcessivegratuitousinappropriateneedlessout of placeundeservedunjustifiedunnecessaryunreasonableunwarranted

   Antonymeappropriatefittingjustifiedproper