adverb
- in a way that is not suitable, proper, or fitting for a particular situation or context
Examples
- He dressed inappropriately for the formal dinner in casual jeans and a t-shirt.
- The teacher spoke inappropriately to the student, using harsh language that was unprofessional.
- She laughed inappropriately during the serious moment of silence.
- The comment was inappropriately timed, coming right before the announcement.
- He touched her shoulder inappropriately, making her uncomfortable.
- The joke was inappropriately crude for a family gathering.
- She behaved inappropriately at the job interview by checking her phone repeatedly.