befitting — appropriate to the circumstances; suitable or proper
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: appropriate to the circumstances; suitable or proper
Pronunciation (IPA): /bɪˈfɪtɪŋ/
Example Sentences
- His casual flip-flops were hardly befitting a job interview at a law firm.
- The CEO's humble speech was befitting someone of his stature.
- She ordered a pizza befitting a small army rather than a family of four.
befitting
ADJECTIVE[/bɪˈfɪtɪŋ/]
appropriate to the circumstances; suitable or proper
She wore a gown befitting a royal ball, elegant and graceful.
Sitting still makes fitting befitting!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From the Old English and Germanic roots meaning 'to fit' or 'to suit,' combined with the prefix 'be-' (meaning 'to make' or 'to cause') and the suffix '-ing' (present participle). The word evolved through Middle English to describe something that is appropriate or suitable.
Breakdown
be- (to make/cause) + fit (to be suitable) + -ing (present participle/adjective) = befitting (making fit; being appropriate)
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📝Examples
“His casual flip-flops were hardly befitting a job interview at a law firm.”
“The CEO's humble speech was befitting someone of his stature.”
“She ordered a pizza befitting a small army rather than a family of four.”
“The punishment was befitting the severity of the crime.”
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