Improper and Worst

Improper

Improper adjective - Not appropriate for a particular occasion or situation.

Worst and improper are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Worst" instead an adjective "Improper".

Nearby Word: improperly

Worst

Worst adjective - (superlative of `bad') most wanting in quality or value or condition.

Improper and worst are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Improper" instead an adjective "Worst".

Nearby Words: worse, worsting

Mutual synonyms

Both words in one sentence

  • Military Salute Saluting is Serious Business for any member of the armed forces, and its misuse or improper execution are considered a serious faux pas at best and a serious insult at worst.
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