What is another word for Indecencies?

Pronunciation: [ˌɪndˈiːsənsiz] (IPA)

The word "indecencies" refers to actions or behavior that are offensive or inappropriate. Synonyms for this term include improprieties, vulgarities, obscenities, offenses, misconducts, and infractions. Other related words that can be used in place of "indecencies" include transgressions, violations, breaches, indiscretions, and lapses. Each of these words describes actions or behavior that are considered inappropriate or unacceptable. When used in writing or speech, these synonyms for "indecencies" can help to convey a more nuanced or sophisticated meaning, while also helping to avoid repetitive language.

What are the hypernyms for Indecencies?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Indecencies

The little Indecencies, the sly allusions, the candour of French comedy remained, and often it was only stupidity which made one laugh.
"The Soul of the War"
Philip Gibbs
He tried to gaze on the statue of Saint Joseph, before which he kept himself, and to see nothing but it, but his eyes seemed to revolve, to see only within, and were filled with Indecencies.
"En Route"
J.-K. (Joris-Karl) Huysmans
Finesse, in conversation and writing, differs from delicacy; the first applies equally to piquant and agreeable things, even to blame and praise; and still more to Indecencies, over which a veil is drawn, through which we cannot penetrate without a blush.
"A Philosophical Dictionary, Volume 5 (of 10) From "The Works of Voltaire - A Contemporary Version""
François-Marie Arouet (AKA Voltaire) Commentator: John Morley Tobias Smollett H.G. Leigh

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