as in etiquette
socially acceptable behavior
high standards of decorum are usually required when attending the opera
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Recent Examples of decorum
In the days following the joint address, Republicans have slammed Democrats for being disrespectful and breaking decorum — while claiming the party refused to acknowledge Trump’s accomplishments since returning to office.
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Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 8 Mar. 2025
As that pattern has played out in Aurora over the last year, the City Council has struggled at times to maintain decorum inside — and occasionally outside — its chamber.
—John Aguilar, Denver Post, 12 May 2025
With the shocking exception of the attack on Mr. Rushdie, a certain sense of decorum is still observed at even the most contentious lectures.
—Christopher Maag, New York Times, 3 Apr. 2025
Like it or not the old standards of decorum, demeanor are long gone in all walks of life — sports, media, entertainment, politics.
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 29 Mar. 2025
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Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 8 Mar. 2025
As that pattern has played out in Aurora over the last year, the City Council has struggled at times to maintain decorum inside — and occasionally outside — its chamber.
—John Aguilar, Denver Post, 12 May 2025
With the shocking exception of the attack on Mr. Rushdie, a certain sense of decorum is still observed at even the most contentious lectures.
—Christopher Maag, New York Times, 3 Apr. 2025
Like it or not the old standards of decorum, demeanor are long gone in all walks of life — sports, media, entertainment, politics.
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 29 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for decorum
Noun
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Understanding communication styles, business etiquette and decision-making processes in various regions enhances collaboration.—
Shirin Ali,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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Figuring out how to show up well in in-person meetings, especially as a new hire and even more so as a junior employee, can be tough, says Daniel Post Senning, etiquette expert with the Emily Post Institute.—
Jennifer Liu,
CNBC,
3 June 2025
Noun
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Who truly believes in human dignity and decency these days?—
Susan Miller,
USA Today,
6 June 2025
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This is not only a devastating loss for their families, but also for the Jewish people, and for all who care about human decency and justice.—
Laurence Milstein,
Sun Sentinel,
4 June 2025
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Roblox is confident in its position and the propriety of its dealings in this matter and looks forward to responding in court.—
Skyler Caruso,
People.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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Questions of fairness The law commands respect, and courtesy and propriety are always in order.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
14 Apr. 2025
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“Decorum.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decorum. Accessed 12 Jun. 2025.
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