decorum
6 synonyms and 1 antonym for decorum, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Polite, appropriate behaviour expected in a particular social setting.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use decorum
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
maintain decorum
a sense of decorum
breach of decorum
Etymology
A learned borrowing from Latin decōrum, meaning "proper" or "fitting."
Full origin of decorum →Frequently asked questions
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.".
