proper behavior

NOUN

etiquette

Synonyms

STRONG

amenities civility code convention courtesy customs decency decorum deportment dignity form formalities mores politesse propriety protocol rules seemliness suavities usage

WEAK

good behavior p's and q's social graces

Antonyms

STRONG

bad manners discourtesy immorality impoliteness impropriety indecency rudeness

NOUN

punctilio

Synonyms

STRONG

ceremony civility code convention courtesy customs decorum dignity form formalities formality mores nicety politesse protocol refinement rules

WEAK

p's and q's social graces

Antonyms

STRONG

bad manners crudeness discourtesy impoliteness rudeness

Example Sentences

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Hammurabi had these edicts inscribed on stone pillars erected in different places in the empire to inform his subjects about proper behavior and the laws of the land.

From Textbooks • Apr. 19, 2023

Quach models proper behavior to his birds when they are young and invests significant time in socializing and exercising them.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 16, 2023

Whether that’s telegraphing reasons behind some of their on-ice choices and strategy, or simply teaching fans and employees what constitutes proper behavior at hockey games.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 9, 2021

From her perch, she shot steely looks across the room, compelling proper behavior from her own caucus.

From Washington Post • Feb. 12, 2019

Obeah always wanted to fight other males and I thought—mistakenly—that all of this was proper behavior for a sled dog.

From "Woodsong" by Gary Paulsen

proper behavior

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