失仪
(失儀)
shī yí
Verb
Meaning
1
breach of etiquette
2
bad manners
3
impropriety
Explanation
Behaving in a way that violates etiquette. It refers to a lack of manners, especially in formal settings or ceremonies.
Antonyms
得体
合礼
Easily confused
Etymology
From "失" (to lose) + "仪" (etiquette, ceremony).
Memory tips
Remember it literally from the characters: "失" (to lose) + "仪" (etiquette/decorum) = to lose one's manners.
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