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Unseemly

🔄 Synonyms of "Unseemly"

6 synonyms found via WordNet and Google Books.

WordDefinition
improperverbUnsuitable to needs or circumstances; inappropriate; inapt.
untowardUnfavourable, adverse, or disadvantageous.
indecentNot in keeping with conventional moral values; improper, immodest, or unseemly.
indecorousImproper, immodest, or indecent.
unbecomingnounNot flattering, attractive or appropriate.
uncomelyHomely.

💡 Words with a Similar Meaning to "Unseemly"

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WordDefinition
unbecomingNot flattering, attractive or appropriate.
improperUnsuitable to needs or circumstances; inappropriate; inapt.
untowardUnfavourable, adverse, or disadvantageous.
indecorousImproper, immodest, or indecent.
indecentNot in keeping with conventional moral values; improper, immodest, or unseemly.
uncomelyHomely.
unsuitableNot suitable.
inappropriateNot appropriate; not suitable for the situation, time, or place.
unworthyNot worthy; lacking value or merit; worthless.
unconscionableExcessive, imprudent or unreasonable.
unacceptableUnsatisfactory; not acceptable.
undignifiedlacking in or damaging to dignity
inconvenientnot convenient
unfairNot fair.
inadequateNot adequate; lacking in quality or quantity required; insufficient for a purpose.
dishonourableBritish standard spelling of dishonorable.
implausibleNot plausible; unlikely; dubious.
improbableNot likely to happen.
unbelievable(figuratively) Amazing, astonishing; so surprising that one is almost, or figuratively, unable to believe.
unlikelyNot likely; improbable; not to be reasonably expected.

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