inappropriate
adjective
not appropriate; not proper or suitable.
inappropriateness
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a word derived from
inappropriate.
Example Sentences
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"It is obvious that Ms Ghost, a 49 year old woman, should have appreciated the inappropriateness of her conduct regardless of whether there was any sexual motivation or conduct," the judgement read.
From Barron's ● Jul. 22, 2026
"They are not edifying or appropriate for a person who was representing all of Spanish football. He himself has publicly acknowledged the inappropriateness of his behaviour."
From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2023
But rather than note his boss's inappropriateness, Jesus praised him for being "straightforward" and "honest."
From Salon ● May 11, 2023
But a little of that sound goes a long way, just as Silverman’s naïve inappropriateness, so effective in her standup, works only the first few times onstage.
From New York Times ● Jun. 7, 2022
However, if you will consider the situation for a moment, you may come to see the inappropriateness of someone such as yourself talking "down" to one such as my father.'
From "The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishiguro
