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indecorous behavior

[/ˌɪndɪˈkɔːrəs bɪˈheɪvjər/]
noun phrasefemininepl: comportamentos indecorosos
comportamento indecoroso
1. behavior that is not in accordance with accepted standards of propriety; conduct that is considered improper, impolite, or lacking in dignity
His indecorous behavior at the formal dinner shocked all the guests.
O seu comportamento indecoroso no jantar formal chocou todos os convidados.
2. conduct that violates social etiquette or decorum
The indecorous behavior of the politician damaged his reputation.
O comportamento indecoroso do político prejudicou sua reputação.
NYC Slang
acting out of line; disrespecting the room
Synonyms
improper behaviorunbecoming conductunseemly behaviorungentlemanly behaviorrude behavior
Antonyms
decorous behaviorproper conductdignified behaviorpolite behaviorappropriate behavior

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
comportamento indecoroso
Standard usage in formal and informal contexts
São Paulo
comportamento inadequado; falta de compostura
Often uses alternative expressions in everyday speech
Rio de Janeiro
comportamento indecente; falta de educação
May emphasize the lack of propriety or manners
Portugal
comportamento indecoroso; conduta imprópria
Formal register; prefers more traditional phrasing

Related Idioms & Phrases

to overstep the mark
to cross the line
to breach etiquette
bad form
to lower oneself
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