Word Games Pro Dictionary
inappropriate
adjective
Not suitable for a particular occasion etc
Quick reference
Word Facts
How it sounds
Pronunciation
ˌɪnəˈpɹəʊpɹi.ət
Listen
Audio Pronunciation
Meaning
Definitions
adjective
Not suitable for a particular occasion etc
“Noise seems inappropriate at a time of sadness”
adjective
Not in keeping with what is correct or proper
“Completely inappropriate behavior”
In context
Example Sentences
Noise seems inappropriate at a time of sadness
Inappropriate shoes for a walk on the beach
Put inappropriate pressure on them
Completely inappropriate behavior
Similar words
Synonyms
Opposite words
Antonyms
Check yourself
Practise This Word
Three quick questions on this word. Nothing is recorded — practise it as often as you like.