Thesaurus
improper
Synonyms and Antonyms of improper
- an improper use of slang in a formal piece of writing
out of place, out of the way
fortunate, opportune, seasonable, timely
applicable, apposite, apropos, apt, germane, material, pat, pointed, relative, relevant
compatible, congenial, harmonious
allowed, authorized, permitted
approved, endorsed (also indorsed), kosher, licensed, sanctioned
abetted, encouraged, promoted, supported
acceptable, adequate, all right, decent, fine, OK (or okay), passable, respectable, satisfactory, tolerable
Synonym Discussion of improper
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- indecorous behavior
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- improper use of campaign contributions
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- remarried with unseemly haste
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- conduct unbecoming to an officer
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- indelicate expressions for bodily functions
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