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unsuitable

adjective

Not meant or adapted for a particular purpose

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Word Facts

Word length
10
Starts with
U
Ends with
E
Contains
NS
Scrabble score
12
CEFR level
B2

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adjective

  1. Not meant or adapted for a particular purpose

    “A solvent unsuitable for use on wood surfaces”

adjective

  1. Not capable of being applied

    “Rules inapplicable to day students”

adjective

  1. Not conducive to good moral development

    “The movie is unsuitable for children”

adjective

  1. Not worthy of being chosen (especially as a spouse)

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Example Sentences

A solvent unsuitable for use on wood surfaces
Rules inapplicable to day students
The movie is unsuitable for children

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