Synonyms for

Inappropriately

Verb / ˌɪnʌˈprɑ:pri:ʌtli: / Another word for inappropriately — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

not suitable or proper in the circumstances

Synonyms & similar words

unsuitably suitably appropriately improperly indecently unacceptably unseemly unfittingly unsuitably unsuiting unbecomingly unprofessional offensively shamefully disgracefully dishonorably incongruously inconsistently irrelevantly unrelatedly unconnectedly inappositely

Example sentences

  1. The student was inappropriately dressed for the school dance.
  2. Talking on the phone during a movie is inappropriately distracting to others.
  3. Using foul language at a job interview is inappropriately unprofessional.
  4. The politician's comments were inappropriately offensive.
  5. She inappropriately laughed during the funeral service.

Quotes

  • 'Inappropriately' is a word that can get you in trouble. - Tucker Carlson
  • 'Inappropriately' is just another word for 'inappropriately'. - Unknown
  • Acting inappropriately is never the answer. - Unknown

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