Seemly and Tacky

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Seemly adjective - Following the established traditions of refined society and good taste.

Usage example: it would not be seemly to use the memorial service as a forum for your political views

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Tacky is an antonym for seemly.

Nearby Word: seeming

Tacky adjective - Marked by an obvious lack of style or good taste.

Usage example: tacky plastic flowers

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Seemly is an antonym for tacky.

Nearby Words: tack, tacked, tacking

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