INDECOROUSLY

indecorously, unbecomingly

(adverb) without decorousness

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Adverb

indecorously (comparative more indecorously, superlative most indecorously)

In an indecorous manner; conflicting with accepted standards of conduct or good taste.

Source: Wiktionary


In`de*co"rous*ly, adv.

Definition: In an indecorous manner.

INDECOROUS

In`de*co"rous, a. Etym: [L. indecorous. See In- not, and Decorous.]

Definition: Not decorous; violating good manners; contrary to good breeding or etiquette; unbecoming; improper; out of place; as, indecorous conduct. It was useless and indecorous to attempt anything more by mere struggle. Burke.

Syn.

– Unbecoming; unseemly; unbefitting; rude; coarse; impolite; uncivil; ill-bred.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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Word of the Day

4 June 2025

LEND

(verb) bestow a quality on; “Her presence lends a certain cachet to the company”; “The music added a lot to the play”; “She brings a special atmosphere to our meetings”; “This adds a light note to the program”


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