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- [in-dek-er-uh s, in-di-kawr-uh s, -kohr-]
- /ɪnˈdɛk ər əs, ˌɪn dɪˈkɔr əs, -ˈkoʊr-/
- /ɪnˈdek.ər.əs/
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- [in-dek-er-uh s, in-di-kawr-uh s, -kohr-]
- /ɪnˈdɛk ər əs, ˌɪn dɪˈkɔr əs, -ˈkoʊr-/
Definitions of indecorous word
- adjective indecorous not decorous; violating generally accepted standards of good taste or propriety; unseemly. 1
- noun indecorous Not in keeping with good taste and propriety; improper. 1
- adjective indecorous improper, not dignified 1
- adjective indecorous improper or ungraceful; unseemly 0
- adjective indecorous not decorous; lacking decorum, propriety, good taste, etc.; unseemly 0
- adjective indecorous improper, immodest or indecent. 0
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Origin of indecorous
First appearance:
before 1670 One of the 47% oldest English words
From the Latin word indecōrus, dating back to 1670-80. See in-3, decorous
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Parts of speech for Indecorous
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indecorous popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 61% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
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adj indecorous
- improper — not proper; not strictly belonging, applicable, correct, etc.; erroneous: He drew improper conclusions from the scant evidence.
- indecent — offending against generally accepted standards of propriety or good taste; improper; vulgar: indecent jokes; indecent language; indecent behavior.
- rude — discourteous or impolite, especially in a deliberate way: a rude reply.
- uncouth — awkward, clumsy, or unmannerly: uncouth behavior; an uncouth relative who embarrasses the family.
- vulgar — characterized by ignorance of or lack of good breeding or taste: vulgar ostentation.
adjective indecorous
- impolite — not polite or courteous; discourteous; rude: an impolite reply.
- shocking — causing intense surprise, disgust, horror, etc.
- inappropriate — not appropriate; not proper or suitable: an inappropriate dress for the occasion.
- unseemly — not seemly; not in keeping with established standards of taste or proper form; unbecoming or indecorous in appearance, speech, conduct, etc.: an unseemly act; unseemly behavior.
- undignified — characterized or marked by dignity of aspect or manner; stately; decorous: dignified conduct.
Antonyms for indecorous
adjective indecorous
- polite — showing good manners toward others, as in behavior, speech, etc.; courteous; civil: a polite reply.
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