Obscene Definition & Meaning
obscene
- adjective
- designed to incite to indecency or lust; "the dance often becomes flagrantly obscene"-Margaret Mead
- offensive to the mind; "an abhorrent deed"; "the obscene massacre at Wounded Knee"; "morally repugnant customs"; "repulsive behavior"; "the most repulsive character in recent novels"
- suggestive of or tending to moral looseness; "lewd whisperings of a dirty old man"; "an indecent gesture"; "obscene telephone calls"; "salacious limericks"
"Obscene" in song lyrics
See how obscene is used in real songs:
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"?Sicker suade? flat ace yo they think that I'm obscene"
Choclair f/ Solitair — Fresh -
"Walk was with him up there, he said Duke was held obscene"
Cocoa Brovaz f/ Head Arabic, Smack Man — Dry Snitch -
"i demolish the arena when obscene"
Hieroglyphics (featured: Opio, Pep Love, Tajai) — Miles to the Sun
Words that rhyme with obscene
Usage tips for "obscene"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "obscene" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for obscene to find words that pair well.
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