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unseemly

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un·seem·ly  (n-sml)
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·seemli·ness n.
unseemly
Adjective
not according to expected standards of behaviour
unseemliness n
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Adj.1.unseemlyunseemly - 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"
indecent, unbecoming, uncomely, untoward, indecorous
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 << OPPOSITE proper
Translations
unseemly [ʌnˈsiːmlɪ] adj → inconvenant(e)
unseemly [ʌnˈsiːmlɪ] adj → unschicklich
unseemly [ʌnˈsiːmlɪ] adj → sconveniente


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As for the scandal that would befall the Circular Class if the frivolous and unseemly conduct of the Women were imputed to them, and as to the consequent subversion of the Constitution, the Female Sex could not be expected to give a thought to these considerations.
Flatland by Abbott, Edwin View in context
Possibly in a land of misrule like Thessaly he may be welcomed at first, and the unseemly narrative of his escape will be regarded by the inhabitants as an amusing tale.
Crito by Plato View in context
Philip saw that he felt he had asked an unseemly question.
Of Human Bondage by Maugham, W. Somerset View in context
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