Decorous and Roisterous

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Decorous adjective - Following the established traditions of refined society and good taste.

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Roisterous is an antonym for decorous.

Nearby Words: decorum, decorously, decor

Roisterous adjective - Being rough or noisy in a high-spirited way.

Usage example: students were told that it was possible to have a roisterous victory celebration without resorting to violence

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Decorous is an antonym for roisterous.

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