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Uncomely

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adj. Not comely.

ad. In an uncomely way; inappropriately, unappealingly.

the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English

adj. Not comely.

The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia

Not comely; wanting grace: as, an uncomely person; uncomely dress.

Unseemly; unbecoming; unsuitable; indecent.

In an uncomely or unbecoming manner; indecently.

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

Word Usage

"The dearest of all flattery to the old and uncomely is this caressing, confiding love of childhood, and Miss Mehitable felt a glow of pleasure about her dusky old heart, at which she really wondered."

Equivalent

improper

Same Context

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