Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

untoward incident

noun

/ˈʌn.tə.wɔːrd ˈɪn.sɪ.dənt/

Definition

An unforeseen event that causes trouble, harm, or disruption.

Examples

There was an untoward incident during the event that delayed the schedule.
The untoward incident at the conference raised safety concerns among the attendees.
After the untoward incident, the company implemented new safety protocols.

Meaning

An untoward incident refers to an unexpected occurrence that negatively impacts a situation or environment. This can include accidents, disturbances, or any event that is undesirable or unfortunate.