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(in-ap-pro-pri-ate-ly) 6 syllables

Definition

adverb. in a manner that is not proper, suitable, or appropriate; in a way that is offensive or improper.

Example Sentence

She inappropriately wore a white dress to the wedding.

More Example Sentences

The movie was criticized for depicting inappropriately violent scenes for a children's audience.

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