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

And the hotel certainly feels befitting of royalty, from its expansive spa and hair salon to its iconic pool that's surrounded by palm trees and pink cabanas. —Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 17 Apr. 2026

The Wild’s franchise defenseman has made them into a team befitting of their point total. —Shayna Goldman, New York Times, 15 Apr. 2026

Both teams started on time in a feisty, competitive first period befitting of both the rivalry and stakes of the contest. —Andrew Knoll, Daily News, 11 Apr. 2026

According to sources, the coaches wanted to see Tiller play in a style befitting his 6-foot-11 frame. —Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 10 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for befit

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

Kids Definition

befit

verb

be·​fit bi-ˈfit 

befitted; befitting

: to be suitable to or proper for

clothes befitting the occasion