GRE Word List

IMPROPRIETY

an improper or indecorous act or remark

The meaning of the word impropriety is an improper or indecorous act or remark.

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WordMeaning
garbledmade unclear or confusing : distorted or mixed up
chalicea drinking cup : goblet
stultifyto have a dulling or inhibiting effect on
stoketo poke or stir up (a fire, flames, etc.) : supply with fuel
compoundsomething formed by a union of elements or parts
marredto ruin or diminish the perfection or wholeness of : spoil
librettothe text of a work (such as an opera) for the musical theater
precisa concise summary of essential points, statements, or facts
cursoryrapidly and often superficially performed or produced : hasty
abominableworthy of or causing disgust or hatred : detestable