indecently
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Definition
- Adverb:
- In an indecent manner: In a way that offends against accepted standards of decency or modesty, especially in relation to sexual matters or appearance.
- To an improper or unacceptable degree: In a manner that is shockingly excessive or unreasonable.
Usage Examples
- Adverb:
- She was accused of being indecently dressed for the formal ceremony.
- The lawyer argued that the paparazzi had indecently invaded the family's privacy.
- He was promoted indecently quickly, leading to rumors of favoritism.
Advanced Usage
- "indecently exposed": Refers to being uncovered or revealed in a way considered lewd or improper for public view.
- The statue was criticized for being indecently exposed.
- "indecently soon": Used to emphasize that something happened with unseemly or inappropriate haste.
- He proposed indecently soon after they met.
Variants and Related Words
- Indecent (adjective): Not conforming with generally accepted standards of behavior, especially in relation to sexual matters; improper.
- The film was banned for indecent content.
- Indecency (noun): The state or quality of being indecent; an indecent act or expression.
- He was arrested for public indecency.
Synonyms
- Immodestly: In a manner lacking humility or decency, especially in dress or behavior.
- Lewdly: In an obscene or crude manner, emphasizing sexual indecency.
- Improperly: In a manner not in accordance with accepted rules or standards.
Antonyms
- Decently: In a manner that conforms with accepted standards of propriety and good taste.
- Modestly: In an unassuming manner; not excessively or flamboyantly, especially regarding dress or behavior.
Related Phrases
- Act indecently: To behave in a lewd or improper manner.
- The man was warned for acting indecently in the park.
- Indecently assault: A legal term for a sexual assault that does not involve rape.
- He was charged with indecently assaulting a minor.
Adverb
- in an indecent manner
- she was rather indecently dressed