unbecoming

pronunciation

How to pronounce unbecoming in British English: UK [ˌʌnbɪˈkʌmɪŋ]word uk audio image

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  • Adjective:
    considered inappropriate for or unattractive on a particular person
    not in keeping with accepted standards of what is right or proper in polite society

Word Origin

unbecoming (adj.)
1590s, from un- (1) "not" + becoming "fitting." Related: Unbecomingly.

Synonym

Example

1. Conduct unbecoming to an officer and a gentleman .
2. You must not do what is unbecoming for your situation .
3. Rockwood was charged with conduct unbecoming an officer .
4. Although not illegal his conduct was unbecoming for a lawyer .
5. And conduct unbecoming a united states marine .

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