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UNSEEMLY

(adj.sat, adj., adverb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Unseemly.

Unseemly - as an adjective satellite

Not in keeping with accepted standards of what is right or proper in polite society

Example: "Was buried with indecent haste"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
indecent11indecorous13unbecoming17uncomely15untoward12

Unseemly - as an adjective

Inconsistent with established standards of good form or taste.

Example: "He was drunk and made some very unseemly comments."

Unseemly - as an adverb

In an unseemly manner.

Example Sentences

"His behavior at the party was unseemly and embarrassed everyone."
"The scandal revealed many unseemly aspects of the company's operations."
"She wore an unseemly outfit to her grandmother's funeral."
"Using such language in a professional setting is highly unseemly."
"The politician's unseemly conduct damaged his reputation."
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Word Game Points

Is UNSEEMLY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, unseemly is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

UNSEEMLY has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is UNSEEMLY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, unseemly is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
UNSEEMLY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is UNSEEMLY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, unseemly is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
UNSEEMLY has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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