Lewdest: meaning, definitions and examples
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lewdest
[ luːdɪst ]
sexual conduct
The term 'lewdest' refers to the most indecent or obscene behavior, particularly of a sexual nature. It describes actions, speech, or expressions that are considered vulgar, crude, or lacking in morality. In various contexts, this term may be used to denote behavior that is provocative or offensive. Often, discussions involving the 'lewdest' aspects of society focus on issues of censorship, morality, and the influence of media on sexual norms.
Synonyms
indecent, obscene, prurient, raunchy, vulgar
Examples of usage
- The comic had the lewdest jokes I've ever heard.
- They were criticized for their lewdest advertisement campaign.
- His lewdest comments were taken out of context.
Translations
Translations of the word "lewdest" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mais obsceno
🇮🇳 सबसे अश्लील
🇩🇪 am obszönsten
🇮🇩 paling cabul
🇺🇦 найбільш непристойний
🇵🇱 najbardziej obsceniczny
🇯🇵 最も下品な
🇫🇷 le plus obscène
🇪🇸 el más lascivo
🇹🇷 en ahlaka aykırı
🇰🇷 가장 외설적인
🇸🇦 الأكثر فحشًا
🇨🇿 nejvíce obscénní
🇸🇰 najviac obscénny
🇨🇳 最淫荡的
🇸🇮 najbolj neprimeren
🇮🇸 æðsta ósi
🇰🇿 ең анайы
🇬🇪 ყველაზე უხამსი
🇦🇿 ən dəhşətli
🇲🇽 el más lascivo
Etymology
The word 'lewd' originated from the Old English word 'līod', which initially meant 'lay' or 'common people'. Over the centuries, it evolved, acquiring connotations of immorality and wickedness. By the early 14th century, 'lewd' had developed a clearer association with sexual indecency, becoming a common term in legal and religious writings to describe behavior deemed inappropriate. The superlative form 'lewdest' further emphasizes the extremity of this indecency. The evolution of the term reflects societal attitudes towards sexuality, morality, and conduct, especially during periods of strict social codes. Its usage has shifted significantly, influenced by cultural changes and liberalization in attitudes towards sex and expression.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #42,500, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.