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decorousness

The quality of behaving in a way that is socially acceptable, polite, and keeps to the standards of good taste and propriety.
Noun

This term describes a refined adherence to social etiquette and propriety, carrying a connotation of restraint and dignity. It is significantly more formal than "politeness" and suggests a conscious effort to maintain a specific social image or standard of taste, often within traditional or conservative environments.

Because it describes an abstract quality of character or behavior, the word is used almost exclusively in formal writing or high-register speech. It lacks the warmth of "courtesy," instead emphasizing the correctness and appropriateness of one's conduct relative to external social expectations.

Meanings

Noun

The quality of behaving in a way that is socially acceptable, polite, and keeps to the standards of good taste and propriety.

Her natural decorousness made her a favorite among the conservative members of the board.

Examples

Her natural decorousness made her a favorite among the diplomatic corps.

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Her natural decorousness made her a favorite among the diplomatic corps.

The ceremony was conducted with a level of decorousness that left no room for error.

History

The ceremony was conducted with a level of decorousness that left no room for error.

I must maintain my decorousness even if he continues to provoke me.

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I must maintain my decorousness even if he continues to provoke me.

The board members appreciated the decorousness with which the disagreement was handled.

Business

The board members appreciated the decorousness with which the disagreement was handled.

She wondered if such strict decorousness was still necessary in the modern era.

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She wondered if such strict decorousness was still necessary in the modern era.

Please exhibit some decorousness while we are inside the cathedral.

Travel

Please exhibit some decorousness while we are inside the cathedral.

The young debutante was praised for her poise and decorousness during the ball.

Romance

The young debutante was praised for her poise and decorousness during the ball.

His lack of decorousness during the trial became a point of contention for the judge.

Detective

His lack of decorousness during the trial became a point of contention for the judge.

A certain amount of decorousness is expected when addressing the dean.

School Life

A certain amount of decorousness is expected when addressing the dean.

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