1. in a manner that is proper, dignified, and respectful of social conventions

Examples

• She decorously accepted the award without drawing unnecessary attention to herself.
• The guests decorously observed the moment of silence at the funeral.
• He decorously excused himself from the conversation when it became too personal.
• The ambassador decorously greeted each dignitary in turn.
• She dressed decorously for the formal dinner, choosing an elegant gown.
• They decorously refrained from discussing politics at the family gathering.