Decorous
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈdɛkəɹəs/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Decorous is an adjective meaning Marked by behaviour, manners, etc., regarded as proper, tasteful, and in accordance with accepted standards; becoming, seemly.
Meaning
Marked by behaviour, manners, etc., regarded as proper, tasteful, and in accordance with accepted standards; becoming, seemly.
More Meanings
- (obsolete) Appropriate, suitable.
Example Sentences
[S]ome grumbling voice, / Which now and then will make a slight inroad / Upon decorous silence, […]
On these beautiful moonlight nights, Rome appears to keep awake and stirring, though in a quiet and decorous way.
The green eyes in the carefully sweet face were turbulent, willful, lusty with life, distinctly at variance with her decorous demeanor.
But who can fathom the subtleties of the human heart? Certainly not those who expect from it only decorous sentiments and normal emotions.
Synonyms for decorous
Depending on context, synonyms include becomed, menseful, chaste, continent, correct, delicate.
Antonyms for decorous
Common opposites include dedecorous, indecorous, bad, discommensurate, improper, inappropriate.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include decent, seemly, becoming, comely, sedate, staid.
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