Meaning & Definition of word "Lewd"
Lewd
/luːd/
adjective:
- 1. Crude and offensive in a sexual way.
- Example: The comedian's lewd jokes caused outrage among the audience.
- 2. Characterized by a preoccupation with sexual themes or behavior.
- Example: The novel was criticized for its lewd content and explicit scenes.
- 3. Showing a lack of respect for sexual matters; indecent.
- Example: They were reprimanded for making lewd comments in the workplace.
Etymology
●Middle English 'lewed', meaning 'ignorant, unlearned', from Old English 'leodh', meaning 'unlearned or rude'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
lewd conduct:
Behavior that is sexually inappropriate or obscene.
lewd jokes:
Humorous remarks that are sexually suggestive or offensive.
Related Words
obscene:
Offensively sexual or indecent in nature.
lascivious:
Feeling or revealing an overt and often offensive sexual desire.
Slang Meanings of lewd
Meaning: Lewd behavior.
● Example Sentence: His lewd antics at the party drew a lot of attention.
Meaning: Lewd references or suggestions.
● Example Sentence: The song is filled with lewd references that might not be appropriate for everyone.