inappropriate

[in-uh-proh-pree-it]

adjective

1. not appropriate; not proper or suitable.

   an inappropriate dress for the occasion.

   Synonyms: unfitting, inapt, unsuitable, improper

inappropriate

/ ˌɪnəˈprəʊprɪɪt /

adjective

1. not fitting or appropriate; unsuitable or untimely

Other Word Forms

• inappropriately adverb
• inappropriateness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of inappropriate¹

First recorded in 1795–1805; in- ³ + appropriate

Example Sentences

"This wilful damage to a valued public artwork is inappropriate and disrespectful," City of Mount Gambier mayor Lynette Martin said in mid-September.

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Tisch, who has criticized many of the progressive criminal justice reforms championed by Mamdani, has declined to comment, saying it would be inappropriate to do so.

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He had previously said it was “inappropriate” for a “very close friend” of Musk to run NASA.

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The Australian has received multiple sanctions over the course of his career for inappropriate behaviour and fiery outbursts.

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“No one has suggested that BDO engaged in any inappropriate conduct or otherwise asserted any form of claim against the firm in connection with First Brands’ decision to seek a bankruptcy reorganization.”

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Related Words

• disproportionate 
• improper 
• incorrect 
• irrelevant 
• tasteless 
• unseemly 
• unsuitable 
• wrong