inappropriate
Americanadjective
adjective
Other Word Forms
- inappropriately adverb
- inappropriateness noun
Etymology
Origin of inappropriate
First recorded in 1795–1805; in- 3 + appropriate
Example Sentences
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In the last year alone, at least three active monarch overwintering sites were significantly damaged by inappropriate tree cutting, according to the Xerces Society.
From Los Angeles Times
"In every discussion they wanted to make sure I wouldn't do anything inappropriate, that I would be respectful."
From Barron's
Sundance picks often rhyme, as was evident in two well-done black comedies about high-school students who put on wildly inappropriate plays.
In California specifically, state lawmakers passed regulations imposing requirements on police and banning certain practices, giving those targeted in inappropriate scenarios potential legal recourse.
From Salon
Davidson has coprolalia, which results in involuntary outbursts of swear words or socially inappropriate and derogatory remarks.
From BBC
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