English Synonym Finder

appropriate

Definitions

Suitable or proper in the circumstances.

To take something for one's own use, typically without permission.

To set aside money or assets for a specific purpose.

Examples

It is important to wear appropriate clothing for a formal job interview.

The teacher decided that the movie was not appropriate for young children.

Please take appropriate action to resolve the issue as soon as possible.

Synonyms

suitable fitting proper apt relevant becoming applicable

Antonyms

inappropriate unsuitable improper unfitting irrelevant unseemly inapt