Meaning of the word unspeakable in English

What does unspeakable mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

unspeakable

US /ʌnˈspiː.kə.bəl/
UK /ʌnˈspiː.kə.bəl/

Adjective

too bad or horrific to be expressed in words

Example:
The suffering caused by the war was unspeakable.
He committed an unspeakable act of cruelty.