Raunchily: meaning, definitions and examples

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raunchily

 

[ ˈrɔːn.tʃɪ.li ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

manner of speaking

Raunchily refers to a manner that is crude, offensive, or sexually explicit. It is often used to describe humor, conversation, or behavior that is lewd or suggests sexual impropriety. The term can also imply a certain level of in-your-face boldness, often meant to shock or provoke a reaction. Raunchy content is generally considered inappropriate for young audiences and might be typical in adult-oriented entertainment.

Synonyms

crude, lewd, obscene, risque, vulgar.

Examples of usage

  • The comedian performed raunchily, leaving the audience in fits of laughter.
  • She raunchily recounted her weekend adventures, making her friends laugh and cringe.
  • The movie was raunchily humorous, packed with crude jokes and outrageous scenes.

Translations

Translations of the word "raunchily" in other languages:

🇵🇹 de maneira lasciva

🇮🇳 लैंगिक रूप से

🇩🇪 unanständig

🇮🇩 secara cabul

🇺🇦 вульгарно

🇵🇱 wulgarnie

🇯🇵 卑猥に

🇫🇷 de manière grivoise

🇪🇸 de manera grosera

🇹🇷 ahlaka aykırı bir şekilde

🇰🇷 음란하게

🇸🇦 بشكل فاضح

🇨🇿 pohoršujícím způsobem

🇸🇰 vulgárne

🇨🇳 猥亵地

🇸🇮 vulgarnamente

🇮🇸 ósmýrt

🇰🇿 арсыз

🇬🇪 ასაბუთოდ

🇦🇿 ədəbsiz

🇲🇽 de manera grosera

Etymology

The word 'raunchy' originated in the early 20th century, derived from the adjective 'raunch', which was used in United States slang to describe something messy, dirty, or unpleasant. Its roots may be connected to the Middle English term 'raunce', meaning 'to make a noise' or 'to make vulgar jokes'. Over time, 'raunchy' evolved to specifically refer to those aspects of life and entertainment that deal with sexual themes in a crude or explicit manner. Its usage has surged in contemporary culture, particularly in the context of stand-up comedy and adult films, where humor is often derived from inappropriateness and shock value. Today, 'raunchily' is often used to describe content that intentionally pushes the boundaries of social norms, appealing to an audience that appreciates humor of a more risqué nature.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #43,636, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.