decorousness

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for decorousness
Noun
  • In addition to her fitness pursuits, Bitner flaunted her pastry-making skills and regularly shared photos of her decorative cakes.
    Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 15 July 2025
  • The best rebounder trampolines have become a favorite among fitness pros and physical therapists for low-impact cardio that’s surprisingly effective.
    Jordan Galloway, SELF, 15 July 2025
Noun
  • Just as ticket holders are to uphold a certain level of etiquette during matches, the players are expected to do the same.
    Skyler Caruso, People.com, 1 July 2025
  • Here, etiquette experts weigh in on how to navigate pay-what-you-want scenarios.
    Kristine Gill, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 June 2025
Noun
  • In keeping with House decorum rules, members can't use the platform to disparage other members.
    Mary Jo Pitzl, AZCentral.com, 13 July 2025
  • Different views on the topic Some readers challenge the emphasis on political decorum, arguing that respect must be earned through honorable conduct rather than election victories.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 4 July 2025
Noun
  • Candor Formal boards are bound by duty and propriety, while informal advisory boards have no set duties.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 9 June 2025
  • Questions of spectacle and propriety circled the Mütter even then, but Worden’s ample charisma, her confidence in the validity of her own fascination, seemed largely able to keep them at bay.
    Rachel Monroe, New Yorker, 23 June 2025
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“Decorousness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decorousness. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.

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