unbecoming — not flattering or attractive; inappropriate or unsuitable for someone's position or character
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: not flattering or attractive; inappropriate or unsuitable for someone's position or character
Pronunciation (IPA): /ʌnbɪˈkʌmɪŋ/
Korean meaning: 어울리지 않는, 부적절한, 품위에 맞지 않는
Korean pronunciation: 언-비-컴-밍 (강세: 컴)
Example Sentences
- The CEO's casual flip-flops were unbecoming at the board meeting.
- It's unbecoming of a teacher to gossip about students.
- Her unbecoming jealousy ruined the wedding reception.
unbecoming
ADJECTIVE//ʌnbɪˈkʌmɪŋ//
not flattering or attractive; inappropriate or unsuitable for someone's position or character
Inappropriate behavior for the situation
Unbecoming attire gets no welcome, but proper dress becomes welcoming!
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Origin
'un-'(부정)과 'becoming'(어울리는)이 결합하여 '어울리지 않는'이라는 의미가 되었습니다. 'become'은 본래 '~에게 어울리다, 적합하다'라는 뜻도 가지고 있어서 이런 형용사가 만들어졌습니다.
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📝Examples
“The CEO's casual flip-flops were unbecoming at the board meeting.”
“It's unbecoming of a teacher to gossip about students.”
“Her unbecoming jealousy ruined the wedding reception.”
“The royal prince found burping at dinner quite unbecoming.”
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