Synonyms of decorum

decorum

noun

di-ˈkȯr-əm 

as in etiquette

socially acceptable behavior

high standards of decorum are usually required when attending the opera

Synonyms & Similar Words

• etiquette
• decency
• propriety
• morality
• dignity
• civility
• prudence
• form
• fitness
• politeness
• courtesy
• gentility
• refinement
• integrity
• honesty
• graciousness
• grace
• appropriateness
• politesse
• virtue
• courteousness
• correctness
• discretion
• carefulness
• attentiveness
• honor
• attention
• goodness
• rightness
• care
• seemliness
• rectitude
• probity
• gentilesse
• uprightness
• righteousness
• correctitude
• mannerliness
• straightness
• decorousness
• virtuousness
• character
• high-mindedness

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• impropriety
• indecency
• coarseness
• vulgarity
• crudeness
• indecorum
• discourtesy
• incivility
• indiscretion
• evil
• immorality
• degradation
• imprudence
• gracelessness
• wickedness
• impoliteness
• badness
• perversion
• degeneracy
• depravity
• debauchery
• dishonesty
• crookedness
• unscrupulousness
• underhandedness

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of decorum

These rules are set to maintain decorum, determine the will of the majority, preserve the rights of the minority, and facilitate the orderly transaction of business. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 28 Aug. 2026

The meta story of Life of M’s creation — how Cusk ignored decorum in favor of artistic absolutism — is perhaps the most intriguing element of this saga. — Gary Baum, HollywoodReporter, 19 Aug. 2026

Gregory drew her as mean, menacing, and thoroughly indifferent to male-centric standards of beauty and decorum. — Rob Salkowitz, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026

In addition to ticketing when necessary, Cotcher said the Park District leads discussions in problem areas and tries to reiterate park rules and decorum with parents, children and others using trails. — Sierra Lopez, Mercury News, 16 Aug. 2026