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Indecent

usgb/ɪnˈdiːsnt/Volume
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Context Sensitive

Use 'indecent' when expressing strong disapproval about behavior or clothes.

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Wearing that outfit to a funeral would be considered indecent.
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Cultural Variance

What's 'indecent' may vary widely among different cultures or countries.

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She was shocked to find her beach attire deemed indecent in the conservative town.
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Avoid in Formality

'Indecent' can sound harsh or judgmental in formal or polite conversation.

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He later apologized for referring to the art as 'indecent'.
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