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appropriate

adjective, verb

/əˈproʊpriət/ (adj), /əˈproʊprieɪt/ (verb)

Meaning

suitable or proper in the circumstances (adj); to take something for one’s own use, often without permission (verb)

Wearing formal clothes was appropriate for the ceremony.

suitable, proper, fitting, apt, seize

inappropriate, unsuitable

appropriate behavior, appropriate response, appropriate funds, culturally appropriate

precise and accurate (adj); to demand or obtain something (verb)

Adjective: subject to debate or irrelevant. Verb: to suggest an idea for discussion.

well known or famous; written down or observed

Adjective: not active or in use; lazy. Verb: to spend time doing nothing.

to complete or perfect something; showing great skill or excellence

Rich, elaborate, or luxurious; to bestow something in generous or extravagant quantities.