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appropriate

1 of 2adjective
/əˈproʊpriɪt/
Forms:more appropriate,most appropriate
1

suitable or acceptable for a given situation or purpose

B2
  • Wearing casual attire is appropriate for a picnic.
  • Using formal language is appropriate in a business meeting.
  • Bringing a gift is appropriate when attending a party.
  • Offering condolences is appropriate when someone experiences a loss.
  • Using safety gear is appropriate when working with machinery.
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