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Impropriety

/ˌɪmprəˈpraɪəti/
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(noun) The condition of being improper.

Allegations of sexual impropriety were levelled against the headmaster.
Tom seemed unconcerned with the impropriety of his question.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The politician resigned to avoid even the slightest suggestion of financial ____ during his term.

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