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Unbecoming

Uh-nbih-KUH-mihng

/ˌʌnbɪˈkʌmɪŋ/

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unbecoming

Dictionary meaning

Not in keeping with accepted standards of what is right or proper in polite society.

Synonyms: indecorous

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Ephemeral

ih-FEM-er-ul

Mellifluous

muh-LIF-loo-us

Perspicacious

pur-spi-KAY-shus

Obsequious

uhb-SEE-kwee-us

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