Synonyms for Obscene
Definition of 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"
9 synonyms found
Writing tips for "obscene"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like abhorrent, detestable, dirty can replace "obscene" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 9 alternatives available, "obscene" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"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