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ALL meanings of improper

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  • noun improper Not in accordance with accepted rules or standards, especially of morality or honesty. 1
  • adjective improper not proper; not strictly belonging, applicable, correct, etc.; erroneous: He drew improper conclusions from the scant evidence. 1
  • adjective improper not in accordance with propriety of behavior, manners, etc.: improper conduct at a funeral. 1
  • adjective improper unsuitable or inappropriate, as for the purpose or occasion: improper attire for a formal dance. 1
  • adjective improper abnormal or irregular: improper functioning of the speech mechanism. 1
  • adjective improper not appropriate 1
  • adjective improper indecent, immodest 1
  • adjective improper unsuitable, not suited 1
  • adjective improper irregular, incorrect 1
  • verb improper (Obsolete (No longer in use)) VT To appropriate; to limit. 0
  • verb improper (Obsolete (No longer in use)) To behave improperly. 0
  • adjective improper unsuitable to needs or circumstances; inappropriate; inapt. 0
  • adjective improper Not in keeping with conventional mores or good manners; indecent or immodest. 0
  • adjective improper Not according to facts; inaccurate or erroneous. 0
  • adjective improper Not consistent with established facts; incorrect. 0
  • adjective improper Not properly named; See, for example, improper fraction. 0
  • adjective improper (Obsolete (No longer in use)) Not specific or appropriate to individuals; general; common. 0
  • adjective improper Improper activities are illegal or dishonest. 0
  • adjective improper Improper conditions or methods of treatment are not suitable or good enough for a particular purpose. 0
  • adjective improper If you describe someone's behaviour as improper, you mean that it is rude or shocking. 0
  • adjective improper lacking propriety; not seemly or fitting 0
  • adjective improper unsuitable for a certain use or occasion; inappropriate 0
  • adjective improper irregular or abnormal 0
  • adjective improper not suitable for or consistent with the purpose or circumstances; poorly adapted; unfit 0
  • adjective improper not in accordance with the truth, fact, or rule; wrong; incorrect 0
  • adjective improper contrary to good taste or decency; indecorous 0
  • adjective improper not normal or regular 0
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