Smuttiness

Smuttiness refers to the quality or characteristic of being indecent, lewd, or obscene. It encompasses language, imagery, or behavior that is considered sexually suggestive or explicitly sexual, often to the point of being offensive or vulgar. This includes content that relies on coarse humor, profanity, or graphic depictions to titillate or shock. It can manifest in various forms of expression, from written and spoken words to visual and auditory mediums, all sharing the common thread of exploiting or highlighting sexuality in a way deemed inappropriate in various social and cultural contexts. The degree to which something is considered 'smutty' is highly subjective and varies depending on individual sensitivities, societal norms, and the intended audience. The term frequently evokes a sense of impurity, a violation of decorum, or a transgression against established moral boundaries, and can lead to the censorship and condemnation of the offender.

Smuttiness meaning with examples

• The censor's decision to ban the book hinged entirely on the perceived smuttiness of certain passages. Critics argued that its explicit descriptions were gratuitous and served only to titillate rather than enhance the plot or character development. The author, however, insisted they were necessary for realism and honest portrayals of the time. This clash highlights the subjective nature of moral assessment.
• The local PTA raised objections about the play's potential smuttiness, citing concerns about suggestive dialogue and scantily clad costumes. They feared the performance would be inappropriate for the student audience, and would promote behavior unsuited for minors, so a committee was formed to review the play and recommend changes before it could be performed for public audiences.
• The online forum quickly devolved into a cesspool of smuttiness after the original topic was forgotten and anonymous users began posting increasingly crude and vulgar content. The moderators struggled to keep up with the flood of offensive material, which ultimately lead to a temporary shutdown while administrators cleaned the digital space, and purged violators for breaking the posted rules of decorum.
• Despite its popularity, many viewers found the stand-up comedian's routine to be saturated with smuttiness, finding the frequent reliance on sexual innuendo and vulgar jokes off-putting. While some enjoyed the shock value, the comedian's over-reliance on explicit content for a laugh made many others feel uncomfortable, prompting them to seek other comedians for their entertainment.
• The magazine's decline in readership was, in the opinion of many editors, was caused by the publishers' attempt to increase circulation through increasing the smuttiness of the publication, turning away many longtime and loyal subscribers.
• The courtroom erupted in gasps of shock when the witness revealed the defendant's obsession with smuttiness. The defense attorneys requested that the courtroom be cleared of the audience after a series of questions about the defendant's pornographic interests.
• The film gained a rating of R due to its abundant smuttiness. Explicit scenes and dialogue were abundant in the movie. It was a box office success despite many viewers' distaste of its smut.
• The author's style began changing as they wrote their final novel. The story contained excessive levels of smuttiness that the book was ultimately banned in many countries. This censorship of the novel brought new attention to the author and book, and provided controversy for the book's future sales.