improper
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Britannica Dictionary definition of IMPROPER
[more improper; most improper]
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not proper, right, or suitable: such as
a
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not correct
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The doctor gave him an improper diagnosis.
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improper grammar
b
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not following rules of acceptable behavior
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legally or morally wrong
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They claim to have evidence of improper police conduct.
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improper use of public land
c
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not suitable for the situation
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not appropriate
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This is an improper diet for a growing teenager.
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improper dress/attire
d
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not polite
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It would be improper for me to ask such a favor of her.
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He made some improper remarks.
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improper behavior
— improperly
adverb-
He came to school improperly dressed.
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She pronounced the word improperly.
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behaving improperly
