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improper

adjective/ĩpɾuˈpɾiu/medium

im·pró·pri·o

Definition

That is not proper, suitable, or convenient; inappropriate, unsuitable.
It would be improper to discuss that matter here.
The teacher reprimanded him for improper conduct.
Common collocations
improper behaviourimproper languageimproper time

Etymology

Do latim 'impropriu(m)', de 'in-' (negação) e 'proprius' (próprio).

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