indecorum

IPA/ˌɪn.dɪˈkɔː.rəm/
IPA/ˌɪn.dɪˈkɔːr.əm/

indecorum — noun

  • indecorumsingular
  • indecorumsplural

1. behavior that breaks expected standards of politeness or proper conduct, especia

1.名詞C1
釋義

behavior that breaks expected standards of politeness or proper conduct, especially in public or formal situations.

例句

The mayor apologized for the indecorum at the town meeting.

apologize for indecorum

Madison winced at the indecorum of shouting during the funeral.

indecorum of + -ing action

同義詞
  • impropriety

    very close in meaning, but often used for moral or professional misconduct as well as bad manners

  • rudeness

    more common and less formal; works for everyday bad manners

  • indecency

    stronger and often suggests shocking or sexually offensive behavior

反義詞
  • decorum

    the expected standard of proper and respectful behavior

  • propriety

    formal term for behavior that is socially or morally appropriate

  • courtesy

    friendlier and more everyday; emphasizes considerate manners

文法句型

indecorum at + event

indecorum in + public setting

indecorum of + action

用法筆記

Usually uncountable and strongly formal. It is most often used when criticizing behavior in public, official, or ceremonial settings rather than ordinary everyday rudeness.

常見錯誤

❌There was an indecorum in his speech.
✅There was indecorum in his speech.
💡the noun is usually uncountable in modern English.
❌The broken chair showed indecorum.
✅The crowd's shouting showed indecorum.
💡indecorum refers to improper behavior, not damaged objects.