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objectionable remark

[/əbˈdʒekʃənəbəl rɪˈmɑːrk/]
noun phrasepl: objectionable remarks
observação censurável
1. A statement or comment that is considered offensive, inappropriate, or unacceptable by social or moral standards
His objectionable remark about her appearance was completely uncalled for.
Sua observação censurável sobre a aparência dela foi totalmente injustificada.
2. A comment that provokes disapproval or disagreement due to its offensive or improper nature
The politician's objectionable remarks sparked outrage among the community.
As observações censuráveis do político provocaram indignação na comunidade.
NYC Slang
out of line comment; disrespectful crack
Synonyms
offensive remarkinappropriate commentinsulting statementdisparaging remarkderogatory comment
Antonyms
complimentary remarkkind commentrespectful observationacceptable statement

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
observação censurável; comentário ofensivo
Most common usage in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
fala inapropriada; comentário indevido
Urban and formal contexts
Portugal
observação repreensível; comentário condenável
More formal European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

a remark that crosses the line
put one's foot in one's mouth
speak out of turn
make an uncalled-for remark
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