decorous Meaning & Definition
/ˈdɛkəɹəs/
What Does Decorous Mean?
Decorous is an adjective that means Marked by behaviour, manners, etc., regarded as proper, tasteful, and in accordance with accepted standards; becoming, seemly. It is also used to mean Appropriate, suitable.
Quick Facts About Decorous
| Part of speech | adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈdɛkəɹəs// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | comely, sedate and proper |
| Antonyms | indecorous and indelicate |
| Comparative / superlative | more decorous, most decorous |
Decorous Definition (Adjective)
- Marked by behaviour, manners, etc., regarded as proper, tasteful, and in accordance with accepted standards; becoming, seemly.
- Appropriate, suitable.
Adjective
- Marked by proper behavior.
Synonyms of Decorous
Decorous synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Decorous
Decorous in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
decorous (comparative more decorous, superlative most decorous)
Origin of Decorous
From the following:[1]
How to Pronounce Decorous
Decorous is pronounced //ˈdɛkəɹəs// and has 1 syllable.
Quick Answers About Decorous
What part of speech is decorous?
Decorous is an adjective.
What is another word for decorous?
Close synonyms of decorous are comely, sedate and proper. See the full list of decorous synonyms and antonyms.
What is the opposite of decorous?
The opposite of decorous can be expressed with words like indecorous and indelicate.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of decorous?
The comparative form is more decorous and the superlative form is most decorous.