adjective · Hard SAT word

    Decorous

    polite and proper

    Decorous in a sentence

    The decorous behavior at the formal dinner impressed all guests.

    Synonyms for decorous

    • proper
    • dignified
    • respectable

    Antonyms for decorous

    • improper
    • rude
    • indecent

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    Vocabulary like decorous appears on the Digital SAT in Words-in-Context questions, where you choose the word that fits a passage's meaning and tone. You can also drill this word with vocabulary flashcards.

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