사회적 기준이나 정직성, 예의를 지키지 못하는 부적절한 행동이나 태도.
A failure to observe standards of honesty, modesty, or social correctness in behavior.
예문:
"The committee was shocked by the impropriety of his remarks during the formal dinner."
"She maintained her dignity despite the social impropriety shown by her rivals."
특히 전문적이거나 공식적인 상황에서 발생하는 부정직하거나 불법적인 행위.
An instance of dishonest or illegal behavior, especially in a professional or official context.
예문:
"The internal audit revealed several financial improprieties within the marketing department."
"The politician resigned following allegations of ethical impropriety regarding campaign funds."
문맥에 맞지 않거나 틀린 단어 또는 표현을 사용하는 것.
The use of a word or expression in a way that is considered incorrect or unsuitable for the context.
예문:
"The editor corrected several linguistic improprieties that had slipped into the final draft."
"Using slang in a legal document is often viewed as a stylistic impropriety."