impropriety

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Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

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Definition

  1. noun an improper demeanor
  2. noun the condition of being improper
  3. noun an indecent or improper act

Etymology

From French impropriété, from Latin improprietās. By surface analysis, improper + -iety or im- + propriety.

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Synonyms

improperness

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