noun
- the details of correct or socially acceptable behavior; standards of what is considered proper or appropriate
Usage: plural form of propriety
Examples
- She was careful to observe all the social proprieties at the formal dinner.
- The ambassador was well-versed in diplomatic proprieties.
- Breaking the proprieties of polite conversation, he interrupted repeatedly.
- Victorian society placed great emphasis on maintaining proper proprieties.
- The wedding planner ensured that all proprieties were followed during the ceremony.
- He violated basic proprieties by arriving late to the important meeting.