26984 words

inappropriate

3 definitions • 7 examples
1

Examples:

inappropriate for His casual behaviour was wholly inappropriate for such a formal occasion.
inappropriate (for someone) to do something I think it would be inappropriate (for you) to invite her to a party so soon after her husband's death.
2
unsuitable, esp. for the particular time, place, or situation:

Examples:

His casual clothes were inappropriate for such a formal occasion.
3
not suitable for a particular situation or person:

Examples:

inappropriate for sb/sth He had investments in a property company and six media shareholdings - all of which were deemed inappropriate for a BBC director general.
inappropriate for sb to do sth It is entirely inappropriate for fast food chains to be linked to sport.
completely/totally/wholly inappropriate
inappropriate action/behaviour/conduct

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