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| dec·o·rous [ dékərəss, di káwrəss ] |
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1. seemly: conforming to what is acceptable or expected in formal or solemn settings, especially in dress or behavior
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2. dignified: understated and dignified
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| [Mid-17th century. < Latin decorus "seemly" < decor "attractiveness"] |
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  dec·o·rous·ly adverb |
| dec·o·rous·ness noun |
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