indecent
Translation
obscene, improper, rude
Examples
He was charged with indecent exposure.
He was charged with indecent exposure.
It is indecent to talk about money at a funeral.
It is indecent to talk about money at a funeral.
Grammar Patterns
an indecent ((noun)) an indecent (noun) He was charged with indecent exposure.
it is indecent ((to-inf)) it is indecent (to do sth.) It is indecent to talk about money.
Similar Words
Synonyms: obscene, improper, vulgar; Antonyms: decent, proper, appropriate
Etymology
From the prefix 'in-' (not) and 'decent' (proper, appropriate). Literally 'not decent'.
Memory Tips
Remember that the prefix 'in-' often means 'not', so this word simply means 'not decent'.