26984 words

improper

6 definitions • 9 examples
1
dishonest and against a law or a rule:

Examples:

improper use The governor has denied making improper use of state money.
2
unsuitable or not correct for a particular use or occasion:

Examples:

improper prescription of medicines
Is it considered improper to wear such a short skirt to a formal occasion?
3
related to sex in a way that is rude or socially unacceptable:

Examples:

improper suggestions I trust you're not making improper suggestions to my husband!
4
being against a law or a rule; dishonest or illegal:

Examples:

The treasurer denied accepting any improper payments.
5
not suitable or correct for a particular use or situation:

Examples:

an improper choice of words
6
dishonest, and not allowed by a rule or by law:

Examples:

The cropland may have been polluted because of improper use of pesticides and fertilizers.

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