Misfitting: meaning, definitions and examples

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misfitting

 

[ mɪsˈfɪtɪŋ ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

clothing fit

Misfitting refers to clothing or items that do not fit properly or appropriately, leading to discomfort or an improper appearance. This term can apply to either size-related issues, such as being too big or too small, or to a lack of style compatibility with the wearer's personal aesthetic.

Synonyms

ill-fitting, inappropriate, unsuitable.

Examples of usage

  • Her dress was misfitting and fell awkwardly around her waist.
  • He decided against wearing the misfitting jacket to the interview.
  • The tailor said the misfitting pants could be altered to fit better.

Translations

Translations of the word "misfitting" in other languages:

🇵🇹 incompatível

🇮🇳 असंगत

🇩🇪 unpassend

🇮🇩 tidak cocok

🇺🇦 невідповідний

🇵🇱 niedopasowany

🇯🇵 不適合な

🇫🇷 inapproprié

🇪🇸 inadecuado

🇹🇷 uyumsuz

🇰🇷 부적합한

🇸🇦 غير مناسب

🇨🇿 nepřiměřený

🇸🇰 neprispôsobený

🇨🇳 不适合的

🇸🇮 neprimeren

🇮🇸 óviðeigandi

🇰🇿 сәйкес келмейтін

🇬🇪 არათანაბარი

🇦🇿 uyğunsuz

🇲🇽 inadecuado

Etymology

The word 'misfitting' is a combination of the prefix 'mis-', indicating something that is wrong or incorrect, and the verb 'fit', which means to be suitable or appropriate for a particular purpose or size. The use of 'fit' can be traced back to Old English 'fitan', which meant 'to make fit, to prepare'. Over time, the term evolved to encompass not only physical fitting, such as clothing, but also metaphorical contexts, where something might not be appropriate or suitable for a specific situation. The prefix 'mis-' has its roots in Middle English, originating from Old French, and signifies a negative or incorrect quality. Thus, 'misfitting' captures the essence of a lack of suitability in various contexts, indicating that something does not align properly with expected standards or norms.