befit

verb

be·​fit bi-ˈfit 

bē-

befitted; befitting

transitive verb

: to be proper or becoming to

clothing that befits the occasion

Synonyms of befit

• suffice
• fit
• serve
• suit
• do
• beseem

Examples of befit in a Sentence

She has a mind for serious inquiry, as befits a scientist.

spoke politely of the deceased, as befitted the occasion

Recent Examples on the Web

As befits the title, Solnit offers meandering meditations on exploration, art, and family history. — The Week Us, TheWeek, 26 Aug. 2026

Rooms As befits the renowned and ever expanding Rosewood collection, rooms and suites at the Anasazi set the benchmark for a luxury stay. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Aug. 2026

Kimbrel’s late-career journey has been long and almost confounding — not befitting a superstar of his quality. — Sam Blum, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2026

Devers performed at a level befitting a nearly $30-million player, posting an OPS+ of 126 in 2023 and 142 in 2024. — Dan Freedman, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for befit

• acquit
• admit
• armpit
• backlit
• cockpit
• commit
• dalit
• dendrite
• emit
• illite
• misfit
• moonlit

Kids Definition

befit

verb

be·​fit bi-ˈfit 

befitted; befitting

: to be suitable to or proper for

clothes befitting the occasion