Indecent and Polite

Opposite meaning words

Indecent adjective - Depicting or referring to sexual matters in a way that is unacceptable in polite society.

Usage example: paintings of nude figures are artistic, not indecent

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Polite is an antonym for indecent.

Nearby Words: indecorous, indecency, indecently

Polite adjective - Showing consideration, courtesy, and good manners.

Usage example: it's only polite to hold the door for the person behind you

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Indecent is an antonym for polite.

Nearby Words: politeness, politely

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