Appropriateness

Pronunciation: /əˈproʊpriˌeɪtnəs/

Definitions of appropriateness

noun the quality of being suitable, proper, or fitting for a particular situation or purpose

Example Sentences

A1 The appropriateness of wearing shorts to a job interview is questionable.

A2 In some cultures, the appropriateness of showing affection in public varies.

B1 When choosing a gift for someone, it is important to consider the appropriateness of the present.

B2 The appropriateness of using humor in a serious situation can be subjective.

C1 The appropriateness of the government's response to the crisis is being debated.

C2 The appropriateness of the company's decision will be analyzed by experts.

Examples of appropriateness in a Sentence

formal The appropriateness of the candidate's qualifications will be carefully considered by the selection committee.

informal We should discuss the appropriateness of wearing jeans to the wedding.

slang I questioned the appropriateness of his choice in music at the party.

figurative The appropriateness of her response was like a perfectly fitting puzzle piece in the conversation.

Grammatical Forms of appropriateness

• past tense: appropriated
• plural: appropriatenesses
• comparative: more appropriate
• superlative: most appropriate
• present tense: appropriate
• future tense: will appropriate
• perfect tense: has appropriated
• continuous tense: is appropriating
• singular: appropriateness
• positive degree: appropriate
• infinitive: to appropriate
• gerund: appropriating
• participle: appropriated

Origin and Evolution of appropriateness

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'appropriateness' originated from the Latin word 'appropriare' which means 'to make one's own'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'appropriateness' has evolved to refer to the quality of being suitable, proper, or fitting for a particular situation or purpose.