propriety

名词

1. 1

   得体、合宜、礼节正式

   She questioned the propriety of accepting such an expensive gift.

   她质疑收下这么贵重的礼物是否得体。

2. 2

   礼仪、规矩常用复数

   He was careful to observe the proprieties at the funeral.

   他在葬礼上很小心地遵守各项礼仪。

3. 3

   适当性、正当性正式

   Lawmakers debated the propriety of the mayor's decision.

   议员们就市长这项决定的正当性展开辩论。