inappropriately

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Adverbial inappropriately has 1 sense

inappropriately, unsuitably, not suitably - in an inappropriate manner; "he was inappropriately dressed"
Antonyms: appropriately, suitably, fittingly, befittingly, fitly
Derived from adjective inappropriate₁

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Term: inappropriately

Part of Speech: adverb

Senses:

(Adverb) In a manner that is not suitable, fitting, or proper.
(Adverb) In a manner that goes against established social norms or expectations.

Usage Examples:

Sense 1:

Example 1: The teacher scolded the student for laughing inappropriately during the serious discussion.

Example 2: The politician's comments were regarded as inappropriately offensive by many members of the public.

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Sense 2:

Example 1: The wedding guest showed up in an inappropriately casual attire, much to the dismay of the bride and groom.

Example 2: The employee was fired for sharing inappropriately suggestive messages in the workplace.

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