Proper and Squalid

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

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Squalid is an antonym for proper.

Nearby Words: property, properly

Squalid adjective - Foul and run-down and repulsive.

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Proper is an antonym for squalid.

Nearby Words: squalor, squalidly

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