improperly

• 副词，表示以不正确、不恰当或不合时宜的方式。用于描述违反规则、标准或社会规范的行为。

An adverb meaning "in a way that is not correct, suitable, or appropriate." It is used to describe actions that violate rules, standards, or social norms.

1. Incorrectly or wronglyB1formal

   In a way that is not correct, suitable, or according to rules.

   不正确地

   • The equipment was improperly installed, causing a malfunction.
   • He improperly filled out the application form.
   • The data was improperly recorded in the system.

   同义词erroneouslyfalselyinaccuratelyincorrectlymistakenlywrongly

   反义词correctlyproperlyrightly

2. Inappropriately or unethicallyB2formal

   In a manner that violates social norms, rules, or ethical standards.

   不恰当地

   • She was accused of behaving improperly at the formal dinner.
   • The employee was fired for improperly handling confidential documents.
   • He improperly used company funds for personal expenses.

   同义词inappropriatelyincorrectlyindecorouslyunbecominglyunethicallyunseemlywrongly

   反义词appropriatelycorrectlyfittinglyproperlysuitably