Definition

The condition of being inappropriate or improper in behavior or appearance.

Example

His unseemliness at the formal event made everyone uncomfortable.

Conversation

Did you see how he acted at the party last night?

Yeah, it was really surprising and a bit unseemly for the occasion.

I know, right? It made everyone feel uncomfortable.

Definitely, I think he should be more aware of his behavior.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unseemliness → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "seemly" (from Old English "seemlic", meaning proper or fitting) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state of being). The word "unseemliness" refers to the state of not being proper or fitting.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being combined with 'proper' ('seemly') to remember that 'unseemliness' means the state of being improper.

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