decorum

Meaning of decorum

noun
  1. behaviour in keeping with good taste and propriety.
    he had acted with the utmost decorum

mid 16th century (as a literary term, denoting suitability of style): from Latin, neuter of the adjective decorus ‘seemly’.

Information about decorum

  • It is a name.
  • The plural form of decorum is: decorums.
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Hyphenation of decorum

deco-rum

  • It consists of 2 syllables and 7 chars.
  • decorum is a word disyllabic because it has two syllables

decorum synonyms

Meaning decorousness:

decorousness

Meaning conformity to conventionally accepted standards of behaviour or morals:

propriety

Meaning behaviour that conforms to accepted standards of morality or respectability:

decency

Meaning the quality or state of being free from error; accuracy:

correctness

Meaning the quality of being suitable or proper in the circumstances:

appropriateness

Meaning behaviour that is respectful and considerate of other people:

politeness

Meaning the showing of politeness in one's attitude and behaviour towards others:

courtesy

Meaning the process of removing impurities or unwanted elements from a substance:

refinement

Meaning the mating and production of offspring by animals:

breeding

Meaning the way a person stands and walks, particularly as an element of etiquette:

deportment

Meaning a composed or serious manner or style:

dignity

Meaning the quality of being socially acceptable:

respectability

Meaning behaviour, manner, or appearance intended to avoid impropriety or indecency:

modesty

decorum antonyms

Meaning failure to observe standards of honesty or modesty; improper behaviour or character:

impropriety

Translation of decorum

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