un·seem·ly ( n-s m l)adj. un·seem·li·er, un·seem·li·est 1. Not in accord with accepted standards of good taste; grossly improper. See Synonyms at improper. 2. Not suited to the circumstances; inappropriate. adv. In an improper or inappropriate manner. un·seem li·ness n. |
unseemly [ʌnˈsiːmlɪ]
adj
1. not in good style or taste; unbecoming
2. Obsolete unattractive
adv
Rare in an unseemly manner
unseemliness n
ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
| Adj. | 1. |  unseemly - not in keeping with accepted standards of what is right or proper in polite society; "was buried with indecent haste"; "indecorous behavior"; "language unbecoming to a lady"; "unseemly to use profanity"; "moved to curb their untoward ribaldry"improper - not suitable or right or appropriate; "slightly improper to dine alone with a married man"; "improper medication"; "improper attire for the golf course" |
unseemly
adjective improper, inappropriate, unsuitable, out of place, undignified, disreputable, unbecoming, unrefined, out of keeping, discreditable, indelicate, in poor taste, indecorous, unbefitting It would be unseemly for judges to receive pay increases.
becoming, seemly, fitting, appropriate, suitable, acceptable, proper, refined, decorous
becoming, seemly, fitting, appropriate, suitable, acceptable, proper, refined, decorous
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