Unfitting — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˌən-ˈfi-tiŋ/ un·fit·ting

Meaning & Definition of Unfitting

Unfitting (adjective)

  1. not fitting, unsuitable

Unfitting (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in unbecoming, incongruous

    similar: improper, inapplicable, inapposite, inappropriate, inapt, incongruous, indecent, infelicitous, malapropos, misbecoming, unapt, unbecoming, unbeseeming, unfit, unhappy, unmeet, unseemly, unsuitable, wrong, incapable, incompetent, inept, inexpert, unqualified, unskilled, unskillful, untrained, inadequate, intolerable, unacceptable, unsatisfactory, graceless, incorrect, indecorous, incompatible, uncongenial
    opposite: applicable, appropriate, apt, becoming, befitting, felicitous, fit, fitted, fitting, good, happy, meet, pretty, proper, right, suitable, condign, deserved, just, justified, needed, required, requisite

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Unfitting

The most common words with a similar meaning to Unfitting:

improper, inapplicable, inapposite, inappropriate, inapt, incongruous, indecent, infelicitous, malapropos, misbecoming, unapt, unbecoming, unbeseeming, unfit, unhappy, unmeet, unseemly, unsuitable, wrong, incapable, incompetent, inept, inexpert, unqualified, unskilled, unskillful, untrained, inadequate, intolerable, unacceptable, unsatisfactory, graceless, incorrect, indecorous, incompatible, uncongenial

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Unfitting

Words with the opposite meaning of Unfitting:

applicable, appropriate, apt, becoming, befitting, felicitous, fit, fitted, fitting, good, happy, meet, pretty, proper, right, suitable, condign, deserved, just, justified, needed, required, requisite

Origin & Etymology of Unfitting

First known use: 15th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Unfitting

What does "Unfitting" mean?

"Unfitting" means not fitting, unsuitable. As an adjective, it is defined as: not fitting, unsuitable.

What is another word for "Unfitting"?

Other words for "Unfitting" include improper, inapplicable, inapposite, inappropriate, inapt, incongruous, indecent and infelicitous. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Unfitting" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Unfitting"?

There are 36 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Unfitting". Common alternatives include improper, inapplicable, inapposite, inappropriate, inapt, incongruous, indecent, infelicitous, malapropos and misbecoming.

What is the opposite of "Unfitting"?

Antonyms of "Unfitting" include applicable, appropriate, apt, becoming, befitting, felicitous, fit and fitted.

Is "Unfitting" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Unfitting" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Unfitting"?

"Unfitting" is pronounced /ˌən-ˈfi-tiŋ/ and divided into syllables as un·fit·ting.

What is the origin of the word "Unfitting"?

First known use: 15th century.

What is another word for "Unfitting" meaning "as in unbecoming, incongruous"?

When "Unfitting" (adjective) means as in unbecoming, incongruous, synonyms include improper, inapplicable, inapposite, inappropriate, inapt and incongruous. Opposites in this sense include applicable, appropriate, apt and becoming.