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Obscenity

Verb / ʌˈbsenɪti: / Another word for obscenity — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The quality or state of being obscene; indecent or offensive language, behavior, or material.

Synonyms & similar words

salacity filth dirtyword lewdness vulgarism salaciousness bawdiness smut vulgarity indecency offensiveness impropriety profanity crudeness coarseness filthiness lewdness smuttiness lasciviousness salaciousness immorality licentiousness depravity

Example sentences

  1. The use of obscenity is not allowed in a public place.
  2. The movie was rated R because of the obscenity in it.
  3. He was arrested for shouting obscenities at the police officer.
  4. She was offended by the obscenity in the song lyrics.
  5. The book was banned because of the obscenity in it.

Quotes

  • Obscenity is a cleansing process, whereas pornography only adds to the murk. - Henry Miller
  • I don't think there's anything exceptional or noble in being philanthropic. It's the other attitude that confuses me. - Paul Gauguin
  • The difference between pornography and erotica is lighting. - Gloria Leonard

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