Improper
(
adjective
,
noun
)
(As an adjective)
Improper ( adjective )
- Not appropriate or suitable for a particular situation, person, or purpose.
- Not in accordance with established rules, norms, or standards.
- Not conforming to conventional morality or good taste.
Origin:
From the latin word "improprius," meaning "unsuitable, inappropriate, improper.
Examples:
- The improper behavior at the party was unacceptable.
- The improper use of the equipment caused it to break.
- The improper comments made by the speaker were inappropriate.
- The improper selection of the candidates for the job was a mistake.
- The improper handling of the evidence contaminated it.
(As a noun)
Improper ( noun )
- Not appropriate or suitable for a particular situation, person, or purpose.
- Not in accordance with established rules, norms, or standards.
- Not conforming to conventional morality or good taste.
Origin:
From the latin word "improprius," meaning "unsuitable, inappropriate, improper.
Examples:
- The improper behavior at the party was unacceptable.
- The improper use of the equipment caused it to break.
- The improper comments made by the speaker were inappropriate.
- The improper selection of the candidates for the job was a mistake.
- The improper handling of the evidence contaminated it.