appropriate
Meaning
The term "appropriate" refers to something that is suitable or proper in a particular situation or context.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "appropriate" with "apropos," which has a different meaning related to relevance.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Anna
is
getting
ready
for
a
job
interview
and
she
wants
to
make
a
good
impression
.
She
checks
the
company
website
to
understand
the
culture
and
decides
which
clothes
are
appropriate
for
that
workplace
.
Then
she
practices
answers
to
common
questions
and
times
herself
so
she
will
not
speak
too
long
.
Her
friend
gives
some
feedback
and
points
out
small
details
in
her
tone
and
body
language
.
At
the
end
she
feels
more
confident
and
leaves
home
early
to
arrive
relaxed
and
on
time
.
Common Phrases
appropriate behavior
appropriate measures
appropriate response
Synonyms
Antonyms
Related Words
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