Definition & Meaning of "decorous"in English

decorous

showing a polite, dignified, and appropriate manner of behaving

Grammatical Information

Composition

Simple

qualitative

Superlative

most decorous

Comparative

more decorous

gradable

domain

behavior, etiquette, society

Examples

The guests at the formal dinner party displayed decorous behavior, speaking politely and adhering to proper dining etiquette.

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indecorous

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