Meaning of unseemly in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    unseemly

    Definitions

    1. not in keeping with accepted standards of what is right or proper in polite society

    Examples

    • « was buried with indecent haste »
    • « indecorous behavior »
    • « language unbecoming to a lady »
    • « unseemly to use profanity »
    • « moved to curb their untoward ribaldry »

    Synonyms

Famous quotes

  • « A wise man is superior to any insults which can be put upon him, and the best reply to unseemly behavior is patience and moderation. »
    Moliere
  • « At my age it is unseemly to be pessimistic. »
    Naguib Mahfouz
  • « Everybody has a right to like or dislike anything or anyone. From a flower to a flavor to a book or a composition but it is very sad that in our country we actually fight over such things in an unseemly manner. »
    Ravi Shankar
  • « Very few people possess true artistic ability. It is therefore both unseemly and unproductive to irritate the situation by making an effort. If you have a burning, restless urge to write or paint, simply eat something sweet and the feeling will pass. »
    Fran Lebowitz

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