seemly

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Adjective seemly has 1 sense

becoming, comely, comme il faut, decent, decorous, seemly - according with custom or propriety; "her becoming modesty"; "comely behavior"; "it is not comme il faut for a gentleman to be constantly asking for money"; "a decent burial"; "seemly behavior"
Antonym: improper (indirect, via proper)

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Seemly

Definition:

Adjective: conforming to accepted standards of conduct or behavior; proper or suitable.

Adverb: in a seemly manner; appropriately or fittingly.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Adjective - Appropriate in appearance or behavior.

Example sentence: The politician was always seen in public wearing seemly attire.

Sense 2:

Adjective - Proper; becoming.

Example sentence: The teacher explained the concept in a seemly manner, ensuring all the students understood.

Sense 3:

Adjective - Suitable or fitting.

Example sentence: The fact that he arrived late to the wedding without a gift was not seemly behavior.

Sense 4:

Adverb - In a manner that is proper or appropriate.

Example sentence: She thanked the hosts seemly for their hospitality.

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