indecorousness

Meanings

• Noun

  Lack of proper manners or discretion; impropriety.

  - "Her indecorousness caused a scandal at the formal dinner."
  - "The comedian's indecorous jokes offended many in the audience."

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Variants

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indecorous , indecorously , indecorousness , indecorousnesses

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Etymology

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From the Old French word 'descorus,' meaning 'disgraceful' or 'shameful'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'indecorousness' contains the word 'decorous,' which means proper or polite.

2. In ancient Greece, indecorous behavior during certain festivals was considered a sign of religious devotion.

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Related Concepts

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1. Impoliteness: Impoliteness is a related concept to indecorousness, but it refers specifically to rudeness or disrespect towards others.

2. Indecency: Indecency is a broader term that can encompass both indecorousness and obscenity, but it often refers to material that is offensive or explicit in nature.

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Culture

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Indecorousness has been a theme in literature and art throughout history, often used to explore taboo subjects and challenge societal norms.

How to Memorize "indecorousness"

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3. mnemonics
   

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