Proper Definition & Meaning
proper
- adjective
- marked by suitability or rightness or appropriateness; "proper medical treatment"; "proper manners"
- having all the qualities typical of the thing specified; "wanted a proper dinner; not just a snack"; "he finally has a proper job"
- limited to the thing specified; "the city proper"; "his claim is connected with the deed proper"
- appropriate for a condition or purpose or occasion or a person's character, needs; "everything in its proper place"; "the right man for the job"; "she is not suitable for the position"
"Proper" in song lyrics
See how proper is used in real songs:
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"A showstopper, I'm a rocker who can flow proper"
3rd Eye f/ Lord Finesse, Nine, Top Quality, Zone 7 — Troopers Reprezent -
"Uh, young playa got game, so proper"
504 Boyz — I Got You Girl -
"Ugh, I'm all in this track and I'ma break you off somethin' proper"
Above the Law f/ Kokane, Tone Loc — Who Ryde?
Words that rhyme with proper
Usage tips for "proper"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "proper" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for proper to find words that pair well.