Decorum and Expediency

Decorum

Decorum noun - Socially acceptable behavior.

Expediency and decorum are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Expediency" instead a noun "Decorum".

Nearby Words: decorate, decorous, decor

Expediency

Expediency noun - Suitability for bringing about a desired result under the circumstances.

Decorum and expediency are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Decorum" instead a noun "Expediency".

Nearby Words: expedient, expedience
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