Inappropriate
13 lettersadjectivemoderateUpdated February 2026
Definition
Not suitable or proper in the circumstances, often describing behaviour or remarks that are unacceptable or offensive. It indicates a lack of appropriateness for a situation.
“His inappropriate comments during the meeting created an uncomfortable atmosphere.”
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Wordle
Contains 'ATE' ending with multiple 'P' and 'R' letters; features 'INAP' prefix
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Scrabble
Worth 21 points; good for using multiple common tiles
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