propriety

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propriety

(noun)

Meaning

conformity to accepted standards

Example

"The students were praised for their propriety during the formal event."

Synonyms

decorumetiquettecorrectness

Antonyms

improprietyindecency

More about this word

Word origin
From Latin 'proprietas', meaning ownership or fitness.
Related word forms
  • noun: proprietor

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