obscene

Everyday

1. Obscene means very rude and shocking, especially about sex or the body, and not acceptable in public. tree →
2. Obscene also means shockingly unfair or too much, as in «an obscene amount of money». tree →

In the lessons

In school rules and online safety: obscene words and pictures are not allowed; tell an adult if you see them. In news: «obscene profits» or «obscene waste» shows strong disapproval.

Examples

• Obscene language is not allowed at school. tree →
• If you see obscene pictures online, tell a trusted adult. tree →
• He made an obscene gesture and got a red card. tree →
• They spent an obscene amount on a car. tree →
• It's obscene that food is thrown away while people go hungry. tree →
• The film was cut for obscene scenes. tree →

Note

Noun: obscenity. Strong word; it says the speaker thinks something is very wrong. Do not confuse with «obscure» (hard to find or understand).