befitting

American

[bih-fit-ing] / bɪˈfɪt ɪŋ /

adjective

suitable; proper; becoming.

planned with a befitting sense of majesty.

Synonyms:

seemly, apt, fitting, appropriate

Antonyms:

unbecoming, inappropriate, unsuitable

Other Word Forms

Etymology

Origin of befitting

First recorded in 1555–65; befit + -ing ²

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befitting

Decked out in specially-made commemorative kit, Fabian Hurzeler's side produced a performance befitting the occasion.

From BBC ● Sep. 19, 2026

The crowd participated too Friday, giving Tucker ovations more befitting a hitter on a heater than one on ice each time he stepped to the plate, where he put up a fight all night.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 22, 2026

The chapters are also highly social, befitting a generation that came of age during Covid’s lockdowns and loneliness.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 29, 2026

The billionaire singer and three-time Super Bowl champion, both 36, have kept fans guessing, but media reports describe an over-the-top celebration befitting one of the world's most famous musicians.

From Barron's ● Jul. 2, 2026

Sometime this morning, while Fahim and Shomari were moved to the larger and nicer chambers befitting anointed Sons of the Six, he'd be moved to...he realized he wasn’t sure.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray

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