Definitions

inappropriate

[in-uh-proh-pree-it] / ˌɪn əˈproʊ pri ɪt /

ADJECTIVE

not proper, unsuitable

Synonyms

STRONGEST

disproportionate improper incorrect irrelevant tasteless unseemly unsuitable wrong

WEAK

bad form foot-in-mouth garbage ill-fitted ill-suited ill-timed inapplicable inapropos incongruous inconsonant indecorous inept left-field malapropos off out of line out of place unbecoming unbefitting undue unfit unfitting unmeet unseasonable untimely way-off wrong number

Antonyms

STRONGEST

appropriate correct decent fitting good moral proper right suitable

WEAK

Example Sentences

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Both the Scottish government and the SNP said it would be inappropriate to comment on the latest development because of the ongoing legal action.

From BBC

Several hours later, the bot apologized to Shambaugh for being “inappropriate and personal.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Jayapal called Bondi’s tactics “totally inappropriate” in a statement on X. “That is outrageous, and I intend to pursue this and stop this spying on members.”

From Salon

Warwickshire Police said: "The Independent Office for Police Conduct is investigating the original complaint and it would therefore be inappropriate for us to comment further at this time."

From BBC

The Daily Mail reported separate allegations of inappropriate relationships with employees, and the couple divorced in 2024.

From Los Angeles Times

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