Proprieties

C1 16+

Synonyms of proprieties

Antonyms of proprieties

Collocations of proprieties

social proprieties
Frequency: 70 %

She always adhered to the social proprieties at formal events.

proprieties and customs
Frequency: 60 %

The traveler was careful to observe the local proprieties and customs.

proprieties of etiquette
Frequency: 50 %

She was trained in the proprieties of etiquette from a young age.

strict proprieties
Frequency: 45 %

The school had strict proprieties regarding student behavior.

proprieties of the court
Frequency: 35 %

The ambassador was well-versed in the proprieties of the court.

Idiomatic Expressions for proprieties

  • Phrase: proprieties of the court
    Meaning: rules and customs governing behavior in a court of law
    Usage: The lawyer was well-versed in the proprieties of the court.