adverb
inappropriately
Inappropriately (adverb) means In a way that is not suitable for the situation. Example: “He laughed inappropriately during the moment of silence.”
adverb
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In a way that is not suitable for the situation.
"He laughed inappropriately during the moment of silence."
How to use inappropriately
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDoing or saying something in a way that doesn't fit the moment.
Common pairings
dressed inappropriately
behave inappropriately
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more inappropriately
- Superlative
- most inappropriately
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Etymology
From inappropriate plus the adverb-forming suffix -ly.
Synonyms
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unsuitably
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Rhymes for inappropriately
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What does “inappropriately” mean?
The word “inappropriately” means in a way that is not suitable for the situation. In plain terms, doing or saying something in a way that doesn't fit the moment.
How do you use “inappropriately” in a sentence?
Here is “inappropriately” used in a sentence: “He laughed inappropriately during the moment of silence.”
What is the opposite of “inappropriately”?
The opposite of “inappropriately” — its antonyms — is appropriately.
What part of speech is “inappropriately”?
“Inappropriately” is an adverb.
