inappropriateness

noun

UK /ˌɪnəˈprəʊpriətnəs/

US /ˌɪnəˈproʊpriətnəs/

The quality of not being right or suitable for a situation.

The teacher talked about the inappropriateness of shouting in the library.

SYNONYMS

unsuitability impropriety unfitness incongruity

RELATED WORDS

inappropriate improper unsuitable misconduct

OTHER MEANINGS

2. The state of being socially unacceptable or rude.

Everyone noticed the inappropriateness of his joke at the funeral.

3. A lack of properness in behavior or dress for an occasion.

The inappropriateness of wearing shorts to the wedding surprised the guests.

4. The quality of not being fitting for a particular purpose.

The inappropriateness of using a pencil to open the lock was clear.