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improper
[ im-prop-er ]
adjective
- not proper; not strictly belonging, applicable, correct, etc.; erroneous:
He drew improper conclusions from the scant evidence.
Synonyms: unsuited, unfit, inapplicable
- not in accordance with propriety of behavior, manners, etc.:
improper conduct at a funeral.
Synonyms: unsuited, indecorous, unfit, inapplicable
Antonyms: proper
- unsuitable or inappropriate, as for the purpose or occasion:
improper attire for a formal dance.
Synonyms: unsuited, unfit, inapplicable
- abnormal or irregular:
improper functioning of the speech mechanism.
improper
/ ɪmˈprɒpə /
adjective
- lacking propriety; not seemly or fitting
- unsuitable for a certain use or occasion; inappropriate
an improper use for a tool
- irregular or abnormal
Derived Forms
- imˈproperness, noun
- imˈproperly, adverb
Other Words From
- im·proper·ly adverb
- im·proper·ness noun
Word History and Origins
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Example Sentences
In June, the ethics committee announced it was investigating several allegations against Gaetz, including that he “engaged in sexual misconduct and illicit drug use, accepted improper gifts, dispensed special privileges and favours to individuals with whom he had a personal relationship, and sought to obstruct government investigations of his conduct”.
She said nothing “harassing or improper” had occurred, and all three jurors volunteered their cellphone numbers when contacted.
“I feel confident that none of the 3 jurors with whom I spoke/met reported our interaction to Judge Olmedo as harassing or improper.”
Three staffing firms, for example, are under investigation by the Illinois Labor Department for concerns related to improper training at Ferrara Candy, the maker of SweeTarts and Jelly Belly jelly beans.
Fletcher is alleged to have acted in an "improper and/or confrontational manner" and used "abusive and/or insulting words" towards the match officials during the club's Premier League win over Brentford on 19 October.
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