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unbecoming

 

[ ˌʌnbɪˈkʌmɪŋ ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

behavior

Not flattering or attractive; inappropriate or unsuitable.

Synonyms

improper, inappropriate, indecorous, unseemly

Examples of usage

  • It was unbecoming of him to shout at his colleagues during the meeting.
  • Her unbecoming dress raised eyebrows at the formal event.
Context #2 | Adjective

character

Not in accordance with accepted standards of behavior or manners; unseemly or unsuitable.

Synonyms

disgraceful, indecent, scandalous, shameful

Examples of usage

  • His unbecoming behavior at the party offended many guests.
  • The politician's unbecoming remarks caused controversy.

Translations

Translations of the word "unbecoming" in other languages:

🇵🇹 impróprio

🇮🇳 अनुपयुक्त

🇩🇪 unpassend

🇮🇩 tidak pantas

🇺🇦 негідний

🇵🇱 nieodpowiedni

🇯🇵 ふさわしくない

🇫🇷 indécent

🇪🇸 inapropiado

🇹🇷 uygunsuz

🇰🇷 어울리지 않는

🇸🇦 غير لائق

🇨🇿 nevhodný

🇸🇰 nevhodný

🇨🇳 不得体

🇸🇮 neprimeren

🇮🇸 óviðeigandi

🇰🇿 жараспайтын

🇬🇪 უხეში

🇦🇿 qeyri-münasib

🇲🇽 inapropiado

Etymology

The word 'unbecoming' originated from the Middle English term 'unbicumen,' which means 'not seemly' or 'unsuitable.' It has been used since the 14th century to describe actions or behaviors that are inappropriate or not in accordance with accepted standards. Over time, 'unbecoming' has evolved to convey a sense of impropriety or lack of decorum in various contexts.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,198, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.