Exam: GRE (Verbal)

Definition: Not suitable or appropriate for a particular situation; not following accepted rules or standards.

Example: Wearing shorts to a formal wedding is considered improper attire.

Definition: The quality of being inappropriate or not suitable in behavior or actions.

Example: His improperness at the formal event made everyone uncomfortable.

Definition: A behavior or action that is not proper or acceptable in a social or moral context.

Example: The committee discussed the impropriety of his comments during the meeting.

Definition: The state or quality of being able to be improved or made better.

Example: The improvability of the software allows for regular updates and enhancements.

Definition: Able to be made better or improved in some way.

Example: The current system is improvable, and we should look for ways to enhance its efficiency.

Definition: To become better or to make something better by making changes or additions.

Example: She worked hard to improve her grades this semester.

Definition: To make something better or to enhance its quality or value.

Example: She worked hard to improve her English skills.

Definition: A change or process that makes something better or enhances its quality.

Example: The improvement in her grades was noticeable after she started studying harder.

Definition: The quality of not planning for the future or being careful with resources, often leading to waste or loss.

Example: His improvidence led to financial difficulties later in life.

Definition: Not careful about saving money or planning for the future; often spending too much or acting without thinking ahead.

Example: His improvident spending habits led him to financial trouble.

Definition: In a way that shows a lack of foresight or care for the future, often leading to wastefulness or poor planning.

Example: He spent his money improvidently, buying things he didn't need.