indecorously
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Definition
Adverb: - In a manner that violates accepted standards of propriety, good taste, or modesty; lacking in decorum.
Usage
The adverb "indecorously" describes how an action is performed. It modifies verbs to indicate that the action was done in a way that is improper, unseemly, or in bad taste.
Examples
- The guest laughed indecorously during the solemn ceremony.
- He argued his point indecorously, interrupting others and raising his voice.
- She was criticized for dressing indecorously for the formal event.
Advanced Usage
- In literary or formal criticism: Used to describe behavior or actions that breach social or ceremonial conventions.
- The character enters the court and speaks indecorously to the king, showing his disregard for authority.
Variants and Related Words
- Indecorous (adjective): Lacking propriety or good taste.
- His indecorous comments offended everyone at the table.
- Indecorum (noun): Behavior that violates accepted social norms.
- The senator was accused of indecorum for his outburst.
Synonyms
- Improperly
- Unseemly
- Inappropriately
- Unbecomingly
Antonyms
- Decorously
- Properly
- Seemly
- Appropriately
Related Phrases and Idioms
(While "indecorously" itself is not typically part of a fixed idiom, it relates to concepts of improper behavior.) - To act out of turn: To act or speak at an inappropriate time. - By laughing indecorously, he acted out of turn during the moment of silence.