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Definition of indecency

indecency

/ɪnˈdiː.sən.si/
in · de · cen · cy
Adverb:indecently
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Plural:indecencies
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Adjective:indecent
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indecency Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The quality or state of being morally offensive, improper, or contrary to accepted standards of modest and respectable behavior.

Example

"The regulatory board fined the broadcaster for airing content that violated community standards of public indecency."

2

An offensive, vulgar, or morally unacceptable act or remark.

Example

"Throughout the heated debate, the moderator had to warn the panelists against shouting personal indecencies at one another."

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• Rhymes for indecency

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 16th century from Latin 'indecentia' (meaning 'unseemliness' or 'impropriety'), formed from the negative prefix 'in-' and 'decere' ('to be fitting or proper').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Indecency. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/indecency
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