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as in proper
following the established traditions of refined society and good taste
many voters feel that the womanizing governor has not acted in a befitting manner for someone who serves as the state's chief executive
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as in appropriate
meeting the requirements of a purpose or situation
a befitting reply to a civil question
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as in sufficing
to be fitting or proper
spoke politely of the deceased, as befitted the occasion
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Recent Examples of befitting
Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Apr. 2025
The look was understated yet elegant—very befitting of an Oscar nominee.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 26 Feb. 2025
John Wenzel, The Denver Post, 6 Mar. 2025
Here’s a quick rundown of the game tonight, with a format befitting Sunday’s Academy Awards.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 26 Feb. 2025
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Adjective
The people responsible for such acts will get a befitting reply in the near future.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Apr. 2025
The look was understated yet elegant—very befitting of an Oscar nominee.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 26 Feb. 2025
Verb
The Boulder Theater, long the red-carpet venue for BIFF that hosts its opening and closing nights, would likely hold screenings from both BIFF and Sundance, befitting the town’s collaborative spirit, Kathy Beeck added.
—John Wenzel, The Denver Post, 6 Mar. 2025
Here’s a quick rundown of the game tonight, with a format befitting Sunday’s Academy Awards.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 26 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for befitting
Adjective
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His uncle wanted to show him the ropes, but there were obstacles: equipment cost, building things to code, researching the proper setup.—
Roxana Popescu,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 July 2025
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That means mow your grass at the proper height for your species and fertilize and irrigate correctly.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
13 July 2025
Adjective
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Bad guests consider every horizontal surface to be an appropriate trash receptacle.—
Dev Patnaik,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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In theory, the maps enable homeowners, businesses and local officials to understand their flood risk and take appropriate steps to prepare and mitigate potential losses.—
Jeremy Porter,
CBS News,
14 July 2025
Adjective
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If a client goes quiet, a polite but firm follow-up message outlining next steps can nudge resolution.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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The mother is friendly and the son is quiet and polite.—
Rebecca Chace
July 14,
Literary Hub,
14 July 2025
Adjective
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This content is not, nor is intended to be, trading or investment advice or a recommendation that any investment product or strategy is suitable for any person.—
JJ Kinahan,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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Eco-stones made from recycled materials require less water and energy than pumice and are suitable for high-capacity batch processing.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
15 July 2025
Adjective
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Similarly, other open-wheel drivers like Montoya have been very respectable but not remarkable.—
Jeff Gluck,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
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Walker’s pass rush grade of 65.5 ranked a respectable 53rd and his run defense grade of 67.7 was 82nd.—
Rob Reischel,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
Adjective
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Maybe Bernie Ecclestone was right about fitting racetracks with sprinklers.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
7 July 2025
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The Fourth of July is all about celebrating freedom — and really, what’s more fitting than free stuff?—
Julia Gomez,
Austin American Statesman,
4 July 2025
Verb
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Brooklyn-born, Davidson Petit-Frère has built a suiting empire that caters to a prestigious clientele ranging from Hollywood celebrities to global leaders.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes,
19 Dec. 2024
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Related Articles Kidman favored power suiting with a dose of pinstripes.—
Julia Teti,
WWD,
17 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Blurring The Lines Of Academic Integrity As AI tools become more accessible, the boundary between acceptable support and academic dishonesty is increasingly unclear.—
Ulrich Boser,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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But catcher Hunter Goodman of the Colorado Rockies doesn’t think the norm is acceptable.—
Maria Torres,
New York Times,
15 July 2025
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“Befitting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/befitting. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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