1. the quality of being correct in behavior, manner, or procedure; propriety
Usage: formal; somewhat archaic

Examples

• The diplomat’s correctitude in all social situations impressed his colleagues.
• She maintained perfect correctitude throughout the formal ceremony.
• His speech was marked by moral correctitude and proper etiquette.
• The teacher emphasized correctitude in both academic work and classroom behavior.
• Despite the chaos around her, she never abandoned her sense of correctitude.