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improper

/ɪmˈpɹɔp.ə/

verb

Meaning

  • To appropriate; to limit.

  • To behave improperly

adjective

Meaning

  • Unsuitable to needs or circumstances; inappropriate; inapt

  • Not in keeping with conventional mores or good manners; indecent or immodest

  • Not according to facts; inaccurate or erroneous

  • Not consistent with established facts; incorrect

  • Not properly named; See, for example, improper fraction

  • Not specific or appropriate to individuals; general; common.