propriety
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/prəˈpraɪəti/
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/prəˈpraɪəti/
noun
R
the quality of being correct or morally acceptable according to social or cultural standards
It is important to maintain propriety at all times, especially in a professional setting.
R
the rules or standards of behavior that are socially acceptable or expected
The propriety of the event required formal attire and polite conversation.
translation
the quality of being correct or morally acceptable according to social or cultural standards; the rules or standards of behavior that are socially acceptable or expected
Word Forms
Plural
proprieties