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Decourous

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1:

Describes someone who behaves with good etiquette, manners, and propriety.

Example sentence:

She always spoke politely and acted in a decourous manner at formal events.

Sense 2:

Characteristic of an appropriate or tasteful style, especially in matters of interior decoration.

Example sentence:

The decourous furniture and elegant artwork added a sophisticated touch to the living room.

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sense 1:

In a manner that reflects good manners and proper behavior.

Example sentence:

She greeted the guests decourously, offering them refreshments upon arrival.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1:

A polite and proper behavior or style.

Example sentence:

The ceremony was conducted with utmost decourous, emphasizing respect and reverence.