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APPROPRIATE

(adj., adj.sat, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Appropriate.

Appropriate - as an adjective

Suitable for a particular person or place or condition etc

Example: "A book not appropriate for children"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
inappropriate19

Appropriate - as an adjective satellite

Meant or adapted for an occasion or use

Example: "A tractor suitable (or fit) for heavy duty"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
suitable10suited7

Appropriate - as a verb

Give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause

Example: "I will earmark this money for your research"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
allow8earmark13reserve10

Take possession of by force, as after an invasion

Example: "The invaders seized the land and property of the inhabitants"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
capture11conquer18seize14
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
arrogate9assume8seize14take overusurp7
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The teacher chose an appropriate book for the students' reading level."
"Please wear appropriate attire to the formal event."
"The company implemented appropriate measures to ensure data security."
"It is not appropriate to speak loudly in a library."
"The nurse provided appropriate care to the patient."
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Word Game Points

Is APPROPRIATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, appropriate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

APPROPRIATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is APPROPRIATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, appropriate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
APPROPRIATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is APPROPRIATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, appropriate is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
APPROPRIATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.

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