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Decorous vs Inflexible - What's the difference?

decorous | inflexible | Related terms |

Decorous is a related term of inflexible.


As adjectives the difference between decorous and inflexible

is that decorous is marked by proper behavior while inflexible is not flexible; not capable of bending or being bent; stiff; rigid; firm; unyielding.

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.

    inflexible

    English

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • Not flexible; not capable of bending or being bent; stiff; rigid; firm; unyielding.
  • Not willing to change, e.g. one's opinion or habits; obstinate; stubborn; resolute; determined.
  • Synonyms

    * See also * unflexible

    Antonyms

    * flexible

    References

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