Inappropriate Behavior

4 words in this vocabulary list

adjective causing a strong feeling of dislike or disapproval; offensive or revolting

  • The sight of the overflowing garbage can was absolutely disgusting.
  • Ew, that food looks disgusting.
  • That movie was so gross, it was downright disgusting.
  • The level of corruption in that government is truly disgusting.

adjective not suitable or appropriate in a particular situation

  • His inapt response during the meeting caused confusion among the team members.
  • She always gives inapt excuses for being late to work.
  • That was a totally inapt move, dude.
  • The artist's inapt brush strokes ruined the painting.

adjective not conforming with generally accepted standards of behavior or propriety; morally offensive

  • The judge ruled that the defendant's indecent behavior was unacceptable in a court of law.
  • I can't believe she wore such an indecent outfit to the party.
  • That movie was so indecent, I couldn't even watch it.
  • His indecent proposal left her feeling uncomfortable and uneasy.

noun a noun phrase used to describe something that is outside the bounds of acceptable behavior or standards

preposition a preposition indicating the location or position of something in relation to a boundary or limit

  • His behavior at the company dinner was beyond the pale and completely unacceptable.
  • I can't believe she said that, it's just beyond the pale.
  • The way he treated her was beyond the pale, like who does that?
  • The level of corruption in that government is beyond the pale, it's truly shocking.