inappropriate

Meanings

• Adjective

  Behaving or considered in a way that is offensive or not suitable in a particular context.

  - "The inappropriate joke made at the funeral was met with shock and dismay."
  - "The teacher scolded the student for wearing inappropriate clothing."

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Synonyms

improper , out of line , unfit , unsuitable

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with inappropriate
improperate , inappropriate , hapless , unsuitable

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Variants

List of all variants of inappropriate that leads to same result
inappropriate , inappropriately , inappropriateness , inappropriatenesses

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Etymology

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Before the 19th century, the term 'inappropriate' was used to refer to things that were not suitable for a particular person or occasion. It comes from the Latin word 'inappropriatus', which means 'not fitting' or 'unsuited'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'inappropriate' was first used in English in the 19th century.

2. The opposite of inappropriate is appropriate.

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Related Concepts

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1. impolite: Impolite behavior is similar to inappropriate behavior, but it specifically refers to actions that are rude or disrespectful to others.

2. offensive: Offensive behavior is behavior that is intended to cause harm or distress to others, often through the use of language or actions that are considered insensitive or discriminatory.

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Culture

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In literature and art, the term 'inappropriate' is often used to describe actions, behaviors, or words that are not suitable for a particular context or audience. For example, in F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel 'The Great Gatsby', the character Tom Buchanan is described as making an 'inappropriate' comment during a dinner party.

How to Memorize "inappropriate"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a situation where someone says or does something that is inappropriate. Imagine the reaction of those around them and the consequences of their actions.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'inappropriate' with situations where people behave in a way that is not suitable for the context. Think of examples from your own life or from literature and art.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic device by associating the word 'inappropriate' with the phrase 'Not Fitting For This'. This can help you remember the definition of the word.

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