unsuitable (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈsuːtəbl/

Definition

Not appropriate or fitting for a particular purpose, situation, or person.

Examples

• The weather was unsuitable for a picnic.

• He found the job unsuitable for his skills.

• This fabric is unsuitable for outdoor use.

How to Use unsuitable

unsuitable for (prepositional phrase)

Not appropriate for a specific purpose or context. — "The loud music was unsuitable for a library."

Synonyms of unsuitable

Words with a similar meaning to unsuitable:

• inappropriate
• improper
• unfitting
• inapt

Antonyms of unsuitable

Words with the opposite meaning to unsuitable:

• suitable
• appropriate
• fitting

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