noun
- crude and offensive sexual behavior or expression
Usage: often considered vulgar
Examples
- The comedian was criticized for the lewdness of his jokes.
- The school board banned the book due to its alleged lewdness.
- Public displays of lewdness are prohibited by city ordinance.
- The movie was rated R for violence and lewdness.
- She was offended by the lewdness of his comments.
- The art exhibit sparked debate about lewdness versus artistic expression.