Definition & Meaning of "improper"in English

improper

unfit for a particular person, thing, or situation

Grammatical Information

Composition

Compound

qualitative

Superlative

most improper

Comparative

more improper

gradable

domain

behavior, appropriateness, communication

Examples

Using informal language in a professional email is considered improper communication.

not conforming to legality, moral law, or social convention

unsuitable or inappropriate for the intended context or situation

incorrect

unacceptable

unfitting

wrong

Examples

Wearing casual clothes to a formal event was considered improper.

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