obscene

This term carries a strong sense of violation, whether it is a violation of social morality, physical hygiene, or economic fairness. It describes things that are not merely unpleasant, but actively offensive or shocking to the observer's sensibilities. When applied to wealth or pricing, the word shifts from a moral or sexual judgment to a critique of excess. In these contexts, it suggests a grotesque disparity that feels unnatural or unjust, moving the word's meaning from the realm of decency into the realm of proportion.