disgraceful; scandalous; ominous; ill-omened
Describes events, incidents, or behavior that bring shame or are seen as a bad omen. Often used in formal or news contexts, especially in the phrase 不祥事 (scandal).
A scandal was uncovered at the company.
A series of disgraceful incidents occurred.
From the kanji 不 (not) and 祥 (good omen, auspicious), literally 'not auspicious'. The meaning extended to 'disgraceful' or 'scandalous' in modern usage.