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unseemly

/ʌnˈsiːmli/ adjective · British & US
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What does unseemly mean?

adjective

Lacking in taste or propriety; indecent or improper. Unseemly behavior is often considered to be rude or embarrassing.

Example

"The unseemly argument between the two colleagues was witnessed by everyone in the office."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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