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Lewd: meaning, definitions and examples

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lewd

 

[ luːd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

inappropriate behavior

Lewd is used to describe behavior that is sexually suggestive or offensive in a vulgar way. It implies a lack of respect or decency.

Synonyms

crude, indecent, obscene, vulgar

Examples of usage

  • She was shocked by his lewd comments.
  • The comedian's lewd jokes offended many people.
  • He was fired for making lewd gestures at work.
Context #2 | Adjective

crude language

Lewd can also refer to language that is crude, offensive, or sexually explicit. It is often used to describe explicit content in media.

Synonyms

crude, indecent, obscene, vulgar

Examples of usage

  • The movie was criticized for its lewd language.
  • She was uncomfortable with the lewd lyrics in the song.
  • His lewd remarks made everyone uncomfortable.

Translations

Translations of the word "lewd" in other languages:

🇵🇹 obsceno

🇮🇳 अश्लील

🇩🇪 unanständig

🇮🇩 cabul

🇺🇦 непристойний

🇵🇱 nieprzyzwoity

🇯🇵 猥褻な (waisetsu na)

🇫🇷 lubrique

🇪🇸 lascivo

🇹🇷 müstehcen

🇰🇷 음란한 (eumranhan)

🇸🇦 فاحش

🇨🇿 oplzlý

🇸🇰 oplzlý

🇨🇳 猥亵 (wěixiè)

🇸🇮 nespodoben

🇮🇸 klámfenginn

🇰🇿 әдепсіз

🇬🇪 უკადრისი

🇦🇿 ədəbsiz

🇲🇽 lascivo

Etymology

The word 'lewd' has its origins in the Old English word 'lǣwede' which meant 'unlearned' or 'ignorant'. Over time, the meaning shifted towards being associated with inappropriate or offensive behavior. The term has been used in English literature for centuries to describe behavior or language that is sexually suggestive or indecent.

See also: lewdness.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,851, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.