Improprieties Meaning in English
word · lemma: impropriety
Definition
Improprieties are actions or behaviors that are not proper, not polite, or break social, moral, or legal rules.
Usage & Nuances
Most often used in formal, legal, or professional contexts—rare in everyday speech. Common collocations: 'financial improprieties', 'alleged improprieties'. Refers to rule-breaking or unethical actions rather than simple mistakes.
Example Sentences
She was accused of several improprieties at work.
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The company punished staff for financial improprieties.
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The investigation focused on possible improprieties by the manager.
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Rumors of improprieties quickly spread throughout the office.
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The politician denied any improprieties during his campaign.
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They lost their jobs because of alleged improprieties reported by coworkers.
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