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decorum

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Noun — Polite, appropriate behaviour expected in a particular social setting.

How to use decorum

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maintain decorum a sense of decorum breach of decorum

Etymology

A learned borrowing from Latin decōrum, meaning "proper" or "fitting."

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What does “decorum” mean?

The word “decorum” means polite, appropriate behaviour expected in a particular social setting. In plain terms, behaving properly and respectfully for the occasion.

How do you pronounce “decorum”?

“Decorum” is pronounced dih-KAW-ruhm (/dɪˈkɔːɹəm/ in IPA).

How do you use “decorum” in a sentence?

Here is “decorum” used in a sentence: “Everyone maintained decorum during the formal ceremony.”

What part of speech is “decorum”?

“Decorum” is a noun.

Where does the word “decorum” come from?

The word “decorum” comes from Latin. A learned borrowing from Latin decōrum, meaning "proper" or "fitting.".

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