Pronunciation: /ɪnəˈproʊpriət/
adjective not suitable or proper in the circumstances
A1 Wearing pajamas to a job interview is inappropriate.
A2 Talking loudly on your phone in a library is inappropriate.
B1 Using offensive language in a professional setting is inappropriate.
B2 Making inappropriate jokes during a serious presentation is unprofessional.
C1 Sharing inappropriate content on social media can have serious consequences.
C2 Engaging in inappropriate behavior at work can result in disciplinary action.
adverb in a manner that is not suitable or proper in the circumstances
A1 It is inappropriate to talk loudly in the library.
A2 She felt uncomfortable when he made an inappropriate joke.
B1 Using inappropriate language can lead to trouble in the workplace.
B2 The teacher warned the students about making inappropriate comments during the presentation.
C1 The politician's inappropriate behavior caused a scandal.
C2 The CEO was fired for his inappropriate conduct towards his employees.
formal The employee's inappropriate behavior in the workplace led to disciplinary action.
informal It's just plain inappropriate to talk like that in public.
slang Dude, that joke was so inappropriate, you crossed a line.
figurative Her choice of words was like an inappropriate puzzle piece in the conversation.
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