Unseemly
Adjective
Definition: (of behavior or actions) not proper or appropriate.
Synonyms: Improper, Inappropriate, Indecorous
Antonyms: Proper, Appropriate, Decorous
- His unseemly behavior at the dinner party embarrassed everyone.
- The politician's unseemly comments drew widespread criticism.
- Think of someone behaving inappropriately and it seeming out of place.
Etymology:
Old English 'unsymle', meaning 'inconsistently', from un- (expressing negation) + symle (meaning 'always')
Historical Usage:The word has been used since Old English to describe behaviors or actions that were inconsistent with societal norms or expectations.
Related Idioms:
"To make an unseemly spectacle"
Explanation:Refers to behaving or acting in a way that draws negative attention or criticism and is seen as improper.
Misconceptions:
Confusing 'unseemly' with 'unsightly'.
Explanation:'Unseemly' refers to actions or behaviors that are inappropriate or improper, while 'unsightly' refers to something that is unpleasant or unattractive visually. They have distinct meanings even though they sound similar.