Impropriety
(noun)
- The quality or state of being improper or inappropriate.
- A violation of etiquette or good manners.
- A breach of accepted moral standards or codes of conduct.
Origin:
From french impropriété, from in- 'not' + propriété 'property'.
Examples:
- The email was considered an impropriety and resulted in disciplinary action.
- The party was marked by several instances of impropriety, including rude behavior and excessive drinking.
- The financial impropriety came to light during the audit.
- The impropriety of the situation was not lost on anyone in the room.
- The impropriety of the request was met with disbelief.