Obscenity

/əbˈsɛ.nə.ti/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The state or quality of being obscene; something that is offensive or indecent, particularly in relation to sexual content.

The film faced criticism for its strong language and obscenity.

A word, expression, or act that is considered indecent or offensive.

His use of obscenity during the speech caused an uproar among the audience.

A morally offensive act or behavior.

The obscenity of the act shocked the community.

Derived from Middle French 'obscénité', originating from Latin 'obscenitas'.

obscene gesture

A physical action (typically with the hands) regarded as offensive or indecent.

obscenity law

Legislation that defines what constitutes obscene material.

obscene materials

Content that is considered lewd or offensive to acceptable standards.

indecent

Not conforming with accepted standards of morality.

vulgar

Lacking sophistication or good taste; unrefined.

profane

Relating or devoted to that which is not sacred or biblical.

Smut

That magazine is full of smut.

X-rated

They don't allow X-rated movies in this theater.

Raunch

The raunch in that song is too much for me.