inappropriately (B2)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˌɪnəˈproʊpriətli/

Definition

In a manner that is not suitable or proper in a particular situation or for a specific purpose.

Examples

• He was reprimanded for dressing inappropriately for the formal event.

• The child's comment, though innocent, was considered to be inappropriately timed during the solemn ceremony.

• She felt the manager had handled the sensitive situation rather inappropriately.

Synonyms of inappropriately

Words with a similar meaning to inappropriately:

• improperly
• unsuitably
• indecorously
• unbecomingly

Antonyms of inappropriately

Words with the opposite meaning to inappropriately:

• appropriately
• properly
• suitably

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