impropriety
noun
im·pro·pri·e·ty
ˌim-p(r)ə-ˈprī-ə-tē 
plural improprieties
1
: an improper or indecorous act or remark
especially
: an unacceptable use of a word or of language
2
: the quality or state of being improper
Examples of impropriety in a Sentence
He has a reputation for impropriety.
The judge excused herself from the case to avoid any appearance of impropriety.
She was shocked by the young man's impropriety.
She was shocked by the impropriety of his behavior.
He has been accused of financial improprieties.
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The appearance of impropriety on the part of a president whose idiosyncratic personal actions are driving Wall Street lurches is a charge that can be made right now.
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The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 11 Apr. 2025
Although Yoon steadfastly denies any impropriety, mass protests erupted to demand accountability and his ouster.
—Charlie Campbell, Time, 4 Apr. 2025
The duty of loyalty also extends to refraining from actions that might compromise objective judgment or create even the appearance of impropriety.
—True Tamplin, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Aside from the claims of overall impropriety and indecency, the men have made other individual claims against the chief.
—Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 27 Mar. 2025
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The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 11 Apr. 2025
Although Yoon steadfastly denies any impropriety, mass protests erupted to demand accountability and his ouster.
—Charlie Campbell, Time, 4 Apr. 2025
The duty of loyalty also extends to refraining from actions that might compromise objective judgment or create even the appearance of impropriety.
—True Tamplin, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Aside from the claims of overall impropriety and indecency, the men have made other individual claims against the chief.
—Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 27 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for impropriety
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“Impropriety.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/impropriety. Accessed 20 Apr. 2025.
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