01 Word definition

improper

8 letters · 3 vowels · 5 consonants

Is IMPROPER a word?

Yes. IMPROPER is a 8-letter adjective. not suitable or right or appropriate Check the official dictionary for your particular word game before playing it.

Correct spelling

How do you spell IMPROPER?

I-M-P-R-O-P-E-R

IMPROPER contains 8 letters, begins with I, and ends with R.

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Meaning and definition

1adjective

  1. not suitable or right or appropriate

    slightly improper to dine alone with a married man

2adjective

  1. not conforming to legality, moral law, or social convention

    an unconventional marriage
Synonyms
unconventionalunlawful
Source: Open English WordNet 2025 (CC BY 4.0) ↗
Scrabble score14points
Words With Friends17points
Word length8letters

02 Letter breakdown

How is IMPROPER spelled?

I1M2P3R4O5P6E7R8
Starts withIMPFirst 3 letters
Ends withPERLast 3 letters
Unique letters6Repeats P, R
Vowel balance3 / 5Vowels / consonants

03 Word-game status

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FAQ Quick answers

About IMPROPER.

How do you spell IMPROPER?

IMPROPER is spelled I-M-P-R-O-P-E-R. It contains 8 letters.