decorous

The definition of decorous is something done properly and with good taste.

(adjective)

An example of something decorous is an official luncheon for a diplomat during which the correct foods and table settings are presented.

See decorous in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

characterized by or showing decorum, propriety, good taste, etc.

Origin: L decorus, becoming < decor: see décor

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See decorous in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective

Characterized by or exhibiting decorum; proper: decorous behavior.

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Origin: From Latin decōrus, becoming, handsome

Origin: , from decor, seemliness, beauty; see dek- in Indo-European roots

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