propriety
(pro-pri-e-ty)
4 syllables
Definition
noun. socially acceptable behavior
Example Sentence
An etiquette book gives rules of propriety.
Synonyms
decency; courtesy; politeness
Antonyms
indecency; crudeness
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Rhymes
- piety
- anxiety
- propriety
- sobriety
- society
- variety
- impropriety
- notoriety