Appropriate

To designate, set aside, or authorize (money or property) for a specific purpose. It also signifies to take something for one's own use, often without permission or the right to do so. Furthermore, 'appropriate' describes something suitable or fitting for a particular purpose, person, or occasion, aligning with established norms and expectations. It reflects acting in a socially acceptable way, and showing due consideration.

Appropriate meaning with examples

• The government voted to Appropriate funds for infrastructure projects, ensuring long-term national development and improvement.
• He was accused of appropriating his colleague's research findings and presenting them as his own, which was unethical.
• The venue was not Appropriate for the formal event, due to its casual atmosphere, and less than stellar services.
• She took time to greet everyone at the event, acting in an Appropriate manner, and making people feel welcome.
• We must Appropriate the right resources to fully ensure a successful outcome, allowing growth and expansion.

Appropriate Synonyms

allocate, assign, decorous, earmark, fitting, proper, relevant, seize, suitable, usurp

Appropriate Antonyms

improper, inappropriate, irrelevant, reject, release, return, unbecoming, unsuitable

Appropriate Crossword Answers

3 Letters

FIT, DUE, APT

4 Letters

TAKE, GRAB, MEET

5 Letters

COOPT, STEAL, ANNEX, ALLOW, USURP, SEIZE, RIGHT, ALLOT

6 Letters

SEEMLY, PROPER, ASSUME, POCKET, SUITED

7 Letters

SUITING, FITTING, APROPOS, PREEMPT, EARMARK, RESERVE, CAPTURE, CONQUER

8 Letters

SUITABLE, GLOMONTO, BECOMING, SETASIDE

9 Letters

EXPEDIENT

10 Letters

CONFISCATE

12 Letters

COMMENSURATE