Unseemly vs. Unseemingly — Which is Correct Spelling?
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Which is correct: Unseemly or Unseemingly
How to spell Unseemly?
Unseemly
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Unseemingly
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Unseemly Definitions
(of behaviour or actions) not proper or appropriate
An unseemly squabble
Not in accord with accepted standards of decency or morality.
Not suited to the circumstances; inappropriate
Took an unseemly amount of time to complete the project.
Unattractive; unsightly
"The point at which the walls of suburban houses meet the lawns is apparently unseemly and must be covered up with these stunted trees" (Amy Benson).
In an improper or inappropriate manner.
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Inconsistent with established standards of good form or taste.
He was drunk and made some very unseemly comments.
In an unseemly manner.
Not seemly; unbecoming; indecent.
An unseemly outbreak of temper.
Not in keeping with accepted standards of what is right or proper in polite society;
Was buried with indecent haste
Indecorous behavior
Language unbecoming to a lady
Unseemly to use profanity
Moved to curb their untoward ribaldry
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