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Definition of obscenely

obscenely

/əbˈsiːn.li/
ob · scene · ly
Adjective:obscene
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• adverb

1

To an outrageous, shocking, or morally indefensible degree, especially with respect to excessive wealth, cost, or size.

Example

"The luxury penthouse was obscenely expensive, costing more than most people earn in a lifetime."

2

In a manner that is grossly offensive to accepted standards of decency, modesty, or morality, especially regarding lewd or sexually explicit behavior.

Example

"The crowd booed when the heckler began shouting and gesturing obscenely toward the stage."

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• Nearby Words

oboe
oboist
obscene
obscenely
obsceneness
obscenity
obscure

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