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   impropriety

   /ˌɪmprəˈprʌɪɪti/

   noun

   • 1. failure to observe standards of honesty or modesty; improper behaviour or character: "she was scandalized at the impropriety of the question" Similar wrongdoingmisconductdishonestycorruptionunscrupulousnessillegitimacyunprofessionalismirregularityinappropriatenessunseemlinessindecorousnessindiscretionindelicacyinjudiciousnessindecencyimmoralityunwholesomenessimmodestyindecorumbad tasteimpolitenesstransgressionmisdemeanouroffencemisdeedimproper actsincrimefelonyindiscretionmistakesliperrorblunderlapsepeccadilloarchaic:trespassOpposite propriety

   Word Origin early 17th century (also in the sense ‘inaccuracy’): from French impropriété or Latin improprietas, from improprius (see improper).

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2. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › improprietyImpropriety Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   Impropriety is an improper or indecorous act or remark, especially an unacceptable use of a word or of language. Learn more about the synonyms, examples, word history, and etymology of impropriety from Merriam-Webster dictionary.

3. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishMeaning of impropriety in English - Cambridge Dictionary

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   Impropriety is dishonest or unsuitable behaviour that is not acceptable in a particular situation. Learn more about the meaning, synonyms, and usage of impropriety with examples from the Cambridge Dictionary.

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   Impropriety definition: the quality or condition of being improper; incorrectness.. See examples of IMPROPRIETY used in a sentence.

5. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishIMPROPRIETY definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   Impropriety is improper behaviour or action, or a lack of suitability or decorum. Learn the synonyms, pronunciation, collocations and usage of this word with Collins English Dictionary.

6. www.thefreedictionary.com › improprietyImpropriety - definition of impropriety by The Free Dictionary

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   Impropriety is the quality or condition of being improper, inappropriate, or unacceptable. It can also refer to an improper act or usage in speech or writing. See synonyms, antonyms, and related expressions for impropriety.

7. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › improprietyImpropriety - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   Impropriety is a violation of a rule of behavior, manners, or etiquette. So while it is fitting and proper to wear a bikini top and a sarong to the beach, to do so at church would be considered an impropriety.

8. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › english › improprietyimpropriety noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   Impropriety is behaviour or actions that are dishonest, morally wrong or not appropriate for a person in a position of responsibility. Learn how to use this word in sentences, synonyms and pronunciation with the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary app.