inappropriately-answered
|in-ap-pro-pri-ate-ly-an-swered|
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/ˌɪnəˈproʊpriətli ˈænsərd/
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/ˌɪnəˈprəʊpriətli ˈɑːnsəd/
(inappropriate)
not suitable
Etymology
Etymology Information
'inappropriately' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'inappropriatus,' where 'in-' meant 'not' and 'appropriatus' meant 'suitable.'
Historical Evolution
'inappropriatus' transformed into the French word 'inapproprié,' and eventually became the modern English word 'inappropriate' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not suitable,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
answered in a manner that is not suitable or proper for the context.
The question was inappropriately-answered during the meeting.
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Last updated: 2025/06/02 18:22