Decorous example sentences
Related (10): polite, civilized, respectable, well-mannered, courteous, genteel, refined, elegant, tasteful, proper.
"Decorous" Example Sentences
Common Phrases
- She comported herself with decorum and decorous grace.
- Her mother taught her to always be decorous in her behavior and speech.
- His decorous demeanor and respectable attire put others at ease.
- She sat with decorous poise, back straight and eyes forward.
- The lady walked with decorous strides down the avenue.
- They spoke in decorous whispers so as not to disturb the other patrons.
- He gave a decorous bow before taking his leave.
- The headmaster expected all students to comport themselves in a decorous manner at all times.
- She smiled with decorous restraint.
- The decorous groom patiently awaited his blushing bride at the altar.
- The judges appreciated the decorous manner in which the competitors behaved.
- The actors delivered their lines with decorous solemnity.
- The reporter asked the question in a decorous tone.
- The decorous young lady curtsied politely to her elders.
- The boy spoke in a decorous voice, promptly saying "sir" and "ma'am."
- The diplomats were known for their decorous behavior and impeccable manners.
- Her decorous answer belied her youth.
- The fashion models walked with decorous grace down the runway.
- The old-fashioned etiquette guide taught ladies how to behave with decorous reserve.
- Her decorous silence belied her inner turmoil.
- The mourners maintained a decorous solemnity throughout the funeral.
- The decorous students abided by the strict rules of their religious school.
- Their decorous correspondence followed all the rules of proper etiquette.
- The knight treated the fair maiden with decorous gallantry.
- The decorous clerk diligently attended to his professional duties.
- He gave a decorous cough to attract attention.
- The new professor ensured all class discussions maintained a decorous tone.
- His decorous bow was a gesture of pure respect.
- The decorous woman spoke softly but firmly.
- The children were taught to walk in a decorous manner.
- The decorous young queen conducted herself with grace and dignity.
- His decorous silence conveyed disapproval.
- The decorous bride and groom quietly recited their heartfelt vows.
- The decorous spectators remained silent throughout the solemn ceremony.
- The decorous guests mingled discreetly at the cocktail party.
- His decorous smile hid his true feelings.
- The decorous official delivered his speech in a measured tone.
- The decorous guests observed proper etiquette at all times.
- The decorous candidate gave a staid response to every question.
- The fully decorated halls were lined with decorous poinsettias and holly wreaths.
- She greeted her parents with a decorous hug and peck on the cheek.
- The decorous words of comfort meant more than her tears ever could.
- The decorous official barely hid his disdain for the uncouth commoner.
- His mother's friend commented on his decorous behavior.
- The decorous speech made an impact through the care taken with each word.
- Her decorous demureness hid a playful spirit within.
- The decorous memorial service honored the great man with dignity and respect.
- The decorous minister delivered his sermon with restraint and grace.
- Her decorous dress and gentle manners gave her a timeless quality.
- The decorous gentleman did not wish to make a faux pas.
- The decorous elders watched the youths with disapproving glances.
- His decorous response satisfied polite society but caused him inward pain.
- The decorous writer crafted sentences of dignified poise and grace.
- The decorous young woman conducted herself with quiet grace and composure.
- Her decorous image hid a secret rebellious streak.
- The decorous girl curtsied to her elders.
- He greeted her with decorous courtesy.
- The woman's decorous demeanor masked her passionate nature.
- The decorous official maintained a strictly professional relationship.