obscene
/əbˈsiːn/
CEFR level C1Topic MediaWord #6932 in the learning path
淫秽的；猥亵的
Definitions
adj. offensively sexual in a way considered unacceptable
淫秽的；猥亵的
adj. so excessive or unfair that it causes moral outrage
多得离谱的；令人愤慨的
Example
The moderator removed an obscene comment from the chat.
管理员从聊天中删除了一条淫秽评论。
Critics argue that obscene executive bonuses are difficult to justify when ordinary workers face wage cuts.
批评者认为，普通工人面临降薪时，高管高得离谱的奖金难以合理解释。
Collocations
- obscene language
- obscene material
- an obscene amount of money
Word family
- obscenity (n.)
- obscenely (adv.)
Synonyms
- indecent
- lewd
Antonyms
- decent
Usage tip
比rude语气强；也可批评金钱或数量多得离谱。
FAQ
- What does obscene mean?
- offensively sexual in a way considered unacceptable so excessive or unfair that it causes moral outrage
- How is obscene pronounced?
- UK /əbˈsiːn/, US /əbˈsiːn/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
