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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Receiver Davante Adams made several acrobatic catches befitting of the retina-burning yellow “Classic Sol” jerseys that turned the Rams into human highlighter pens.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 22, 2026

A devout Christian, Beshara expressed hope that she and her colleagues would lead "a legislative revolution befitting Syria" that would bring all citizens safety after more than 13 years of war.

From Barron's ● Aug. 7, 2026

Her “Left Over,” which she first recorded for 2015’s “For One to Love,” is the loveliest track here, befitting the classics surrounding it.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 11, 2026

Pakistan's military said it had shot down four rudimentary drones and warned any further provocation "would receive a befitting response".

From BBC ● Jun. 30, 2026

Addison: much more befitting an animal of my intellectual prowess, I think.

From "Hollow City" by Ransom Riggs

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