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Lewdly: meaning, definitions and examples

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lewdly

 

[ ljuːdli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

manner of behaving

The term 'lewdly' refers to acting in a sexually inappropriate or offensive manner. It often implies a disregard for social norms of decency and propriety. Such behavior can be considered crude or vulgar, and it can manifest in speech, gestures, or actions. The term is frequently used in discussions of morality and ethics, especially in relation to sexual conduct.

Synonyms

indecently, obscenely, vulgarly

Examples of usage

  • He lewdly commented on her appearance.
  • The film was criticized for featuring characters who acted lewdly.
  • She felt uncomfortable when he lewdly approached her.
  • The comedian’s jokes often leaned towards lewdly inappropriate themes.

Translations

Translations of the word "lewdly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 de forma lasciva

🇮🇳 अश्लीलता से

🇩🇪 anzüglich

🇮🇩 dengan cabul

🇺🇦 непристойно

🇵🇱 lubieżnie

🇯🇵 わいせつに

🇫🇷 de manière lubrique

🇪🇸 lascivamente

🇹🇷 ayıp bir şekilde

🇰🇷 음탕하게

🇸🇦 بشكل فاضح

🇨🇿 smyslně

🇸🇰 neprístojne

🇨🇳 猥亵地

🇸🇮 razuzdano

🇮🇸 snyrtilega

🇰🇿 жалаңаштықпен

🇬🇪 ცუდად

🇦🇿 iğrenç bir şəkildə

🇲🇽 lascivamente

Etymology

The word 'lewdly' originates from the Old English word 'leord', which meant 'lowly' or 'common'. This term began to evolve in the Middle Ages, where it took on connotations associated with lasciviousness and immorality. The transition from referring to something merely low or base to something distinctly sexual in nature can be traced through various literary and legal texts that denounced immoral behavior. Over time, 'lewd' became firmly associated with acts and discussions surrounding obscenity, particularly in relation to sexual conduct. The adverb form, 'lewdly', emphasizes the manner in which such behavior is expressed. Throughout history, 'lewdly' has often been employed in legal contexts to describe actions that violate societal norms and moral standards surrounding sexuality.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,209, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.