CEFR B1

inappropriate

adjective

Meaning

Not suitable or proper in the circumstances.

Examples

His comments were inappropriate for the solemn occasion.
It is inappropriate to ask someone their salary on a first date.

Synonyms: wrong, improper, unsuitable, unfitting

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inappropriate (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˌɪn.əˈproʊ.kri.ət/

Definition

Not suitable or proper in the circumstances.

Examples

His comments were inappropriate for the solemn occasion.
It is inappropriate to ask someone their salary on a first date.
Wearing shorts and a t-shirt to the opera was highly inappropriate.

Synonyms of inappropriate

Words with a similar meaning to inappropriate:

wrong
improper
unsuitable
unfitting

Antonyms of inappropriate

Words with the opposite meaning to inappropriate:

appropriate
suitable
fitting

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