Indelicate
(adjective)
- Not delicate or not refined in manner or behavior.
- Not tactful or not appropriate in a given situation.
Origin:
This word is derived from the latin word "indelicatus" which is formed by the combination of the prefix "in-" meaning "not" and the word "delicatus" meaning "delicate" or "refined".
Examples:
- He was criticized for his indelicate manners at the formal dinner.
- She was indelicate in her choice of words and offended several people.
- The company was indelicate in its handling of the sensitive issue.
- His indelicate behavior caused a scene at the party.
- The comedian was known for his indelicate sense of humor.