inappropriately-mixed
|in-ap-pro-pri-ate-ly-mixed|
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/ˌɪnəˈproʊpriətli mɪkst/
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/ˌɪnəˈprəʊpriətli mɪkst/
(inappropriate)
not suitable
Etymology
Etymology Information
'inappropriate' 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
combined or blended in a manner that is not suitable or proper.
The colors in the painting were inappropriately-mixed, creating a jarring effect.
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Last updated: 2025/06/19 00:12