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Decorous vs Congruous - What's the difference?

decorous | congruous | Related terms |

Decorous is a related term of congruous.


As adjectives the difference between decorous and congruous

is that decorous is marked by proper behavior while congruous is corresponding in character.

decorous

English

Adjective

(en adjective)
  • Marked by proper behavior. (rfex)
  • * 1919 ,
  • But who can fathom the subtleties of the human heart? Certainly not those who expect from it only decorous sentiments and normal emotions.

    congruous

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • Corresponding in character.
  • Harmonious.
  • Antonyms

    * incongruous

    Synonyms

    * congruent