as in suitability
the quality or state of being especially suitable or fitting
visitors remarked on the appropriateness of window boxes on the cottage, noting they gave it a quaint, cheerful look
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appropriateness
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Offers in this section are from affiliate partners and selected based on a combination of engagement, product relevance, compensation, and consistent availability.—
Kelsey Neubauer,
CNBC,
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That guidance similarly discourages blanket exclusions and encourages individualized assessments that consider the nature of the offense, its recency, and its relevance to the job.—
Alonzo Martinez,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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Resilient Test Intelligence: Test assets maintain validity through UI modernization cycles, preserving institutional knowledge across product iterations.—
Asad Khan,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
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Moreover, this objection undermines the validity of your career.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Denver Post,
22 May 2025
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An Internet where a World ID is required to access most services might impede the usefulness of the agents that OpenAI and others are developing.—
Billy Perrigo,
Time,
27 May 2025
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These settings are ideal for astrophotography, while the overall focal range further increases its usefulness when shooting a variety of night sky compositions.—
James Abbott,
Space.com,
27 May 2025
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Date: Saturday, May 31 Time: 8 p.m. ET TV/Stream: Amazon Prime Video In the co-main event, Jermall Charlo returns to the ring in search of a return to glory and relevancy.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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The return to sustained relevancy –- something that seemed next-to-impossible for over two decades –- is new for younger fans who never saw the beloved ’90s90’s teams.—
Mark Morales,
CNN Money,
29 May 2025
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Korean defender Kim, in particular, struggled with fitness issues that directly impacted his form.—
Manuel Veth,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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This trending workout burns fat without intense exercise, according to fitness experts.—
Staff,
FOXNews.com,
29 May 2025
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Roblox is confident in its position and the propriety of its dealings in this matter and looks forward to responding in court.—
Skyler Caruso,
People.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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Questions of fairness The law commands respect, and courtesy and propriety are always in order.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
14 Apr. 2025
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“Appropriateness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appropriateness. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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