Vocabulary Entry

improper

|adjective • noun

adjective

Not in accordance with accepted standards, rules, or practices.

Example Sentences

"His behavior at the party was considered improper."

"The teacher explained that it was improper to interrupt during a lesson."

"Wearing jeans to a formal wedding is seen as improper etiquette."

noun

Example Sentences

"The improper of his remarks raised eyebrows among the audience."

"They were concerned about the impropers that were happening during the event."

"She spoke out against the impropers within the organization."