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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While there is no direct evidence of impropriety, the episode raises the question: Could a president be prosecuted for accepting bribes for pardons?
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Brendan Rascius, Miami Herald, 30 May 2025
But just when those employees are most reliant on their union for protection and advocacy, the union is facing its biggest allegation of financial impropriety in at least 25 years.
—Erin Mansfield, USA Today, 29 May 2025
That footage appeared to show Gale admitting to other acts of similar improprieties.
—Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 28 May 2025
Deel has denied any wrongdoing and accused Rippling of its own improprieties, including stealing money from clients.
—Grady McGregor, New York Times, 21 May 2025
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Brendan Rascius, Miami Herald, 30 May 2025
But just when those employees are most reliant on their union for protection and advocacy, the union is facing its biggest allegation of financial impropriety in at least 25 years.
—Erin Mansfield, USA Today, 29 May 2025
That footage appeared to show Gale admitting to other acts of similar improprieties.
—Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 28 May 2025
Deel has denied any wrongdoing and accused Rippling of its own improprieties, including stealing money from clients.
—Grady McGregor, New York Times, 21 May 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 8 Jun. 2025.
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