Collocation
poor etiquette
Behavior that is considered rude, impolite, or inappropriate in a particular social, professional, or cultural situation.
Definition
'poor etiquette' is a common English collocation. Behavior that is considered rude, impolite, or inappropriate in a particular social, professional, or cultural situation.
adjective + noun
“Talking loudly on your phone in a quiet library is considered poor etiquette.”
Examples
- Chewing with your mouth open is considered poor etiquette at the dinner table.
- He displayed poor etiquette by interrupting the speaker multiple times during the presentation.
- It's poor etiquette to ask someone about their salary in a casual conversation.
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- Her constant lateness was seen as poor etiquette by her colleagues.
- Showing up unannounced at someone's house can be perceived as poor etiquette.
- The consultant was known for his poor etiquette, often making jokes at inappropriate times.
- Leaving a mess in the communal kitchen is a clear sign of poor etiquette.
- During the formal dinner, his use of his phone at the table was considered poor etiquette.
- Many cultural norms define what constitutes poor etiquette in different societies.
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