Historical Social Norms

noun a person, especially an older or married woman, who accompanies and supervises a young unmarried woman on social occasions

verb to accompany and supervise a young unmarried woman on social occasions

• The school requires each field trip to have at least one adult chaperon.
• Do you think your mom can chaperon our movie night?
• I can't believe my dad is chaperoning the school dance, he's so embarrassing!
• The CEO acted as a chaperon during the merger negotiations, making sure both parties stayed on track.

verb to smile or gesture in a silly, self-conscious, often coy manner

• She couldn't help but simper when she saw the elegant bouquet of flowers.
• Every time he sees his crush, he starts to simper like a schoolboy.
• Stop simpering and just ask her out already!
• The politician's simpering smile didn't fool anyone; they knew his true intentions.

adjective lacking good manners, refinement, or grace

• His uncouth behavior at the formal dinner party was quite embarrassing.
• I can't believe how uncouth he was acting at the movie theater.
• She's always been a bit uncouth, but we love her anyway.
• The uncouth storm raged on, destroying everything in its path.

adjective not worthy of respect; disreputable

• The company decided not to associate with the unrespectable individual.
• I heard he got fired for unrespectable behavior at work.
• She's always hanging out with those unrespectable people.
• His actions painted him in an unrespectable light.