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Synonyms & Antonyms of improper
not appropriate for a particular occasion or situation
- an improper use of slang in a formal piece of writing
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- acceptable,
- adequate,
- all right,
- decent,
- fine,
- OK
- (or okay),
- passable,
- respectable,
- satisfactory,
- tolerable
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The first known use of improper was in the 15th century
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