Definition

Not proper or suitable; lacking good manners or taste.

Example

His indecorous behavior at the formal event shocked everyone.

Conversation

Did you see how he acted at the party last night?

Yeah, it was a bit indecorous, wasn’t it?

I can't believe he thought that was okay.

Right? It definitely crossed the line of good taste.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Indecorous is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "decorus" (from Latin, meaning proper or seemly). The word describes behavior that is not proper or appropriate in a given context.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') being combined with 'proper' ('decorus') to remember that indecorous means behavior that is not proper.

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