Indecorum

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Pronunciation: /ɪnˈdɛkərəm/

Definitions of indecorum

noun behavior that is not in keeping with accepted standards of what is right or proper

Example Sentences

A1 Talking loudly in a library is considered indecorum.

A2 She was scolded by her teacher for showing indecorum in class.

B1 The politician's indecorum during the debate was widely criticized.

B2 The CEO's indecorum at the company's annual meeting shocked the shareholders.

C1 The royal family's scandalous indecorum was splashed across tabloid headlines.

C2 The artist's controversial performance art piece was seen as a deliberate act of indecorum.

adjective indecorous (not in keeping with accepted standards of what is right or proper)

Example Sentences

A1 The teacher scolded the student for his indecorum behavior in class.

A2 The party was ruined by the indecorum actions of some guests.

B1 The company has a strict policy against indecorum language in the workplace.

B2 The politician's indecorum remarks caused a scandal in the media.

C1 The artist's performance was criticized for its indecorum portrayal of sensitive subjects.

C2 The novel was banned for its indecorum content that was deemed inappropriate for readers.

Examples of indecorum in a Sentence

formal The ambassador's behavior at the state dinner was considered indecorum by the other guests.

informal She was shocked by the indecorum of his loud outburst during the meeting.

slang I can't believe the indecorum of that guy at the party last night.

figurative The painting's use of bright colors may be seen as indecorum in traditional art circles.

Grammatical Forms of indecorum

plural

indecorums

comparative

more indecorous

superlative

most indecorous

present tense

acts with indecorum

future tense

will show indecorum

perfect tense

has shown indecorum

continuous tense

is displaying indecorum

singular

indecorum

positive degree

indecorum

infinitive

to show indecorum

gerund

showing indecorum

participle

indecorous

Origin and Evolution of indecorum

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'indecorum' originated from Latin, derived from the word 'indecorus' meaning 'unbecoming' or 'indecent'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, 'indecorum' has retained its original meaning of something improper or lacking in decorum, but it has also evolved to encompass a broader range of behaviors or actions that are considered inappropriate or offensive in various contexts.