ill-suited
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B2
/ɪl ˈsuːtɪd/
inappropriate
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ill-suited' originates from the combination of 'ill,' meaning 'badly,' and 'suited,' meaning 'appropriate or fitting.'
Historical Evolution
'ill-suited' evolved from the Middle English use of 'ill' and 'suited' to describe something not fitting or appropriate.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'badly matched,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not appropriate or suitable for a particular purpose or situation.
The shoes were ill-suited for hiking.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41