befit

verb

be·​fit bi-ˈfit How to pronounce befit (audio)
bē-
befitted; befitting

transitive verb

: to be proper or becoming to
clothing that befits the occasion

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
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Maariv is completed with recitation of the Hallel prayer, as befitting any joyous holiday. Rabbi Steve Roth, Sun Sentinel, 23 Apr. 2025 The 49ers’ voluntary offseason program got underway Tuesday, while the trio named above awaits contract extensions befitting their status as underpaid leaders on a franchise in flux. Cam Inman, Mercury News, 22 Apr. 2025 The suites are dressed in marble bathrooms and plush furnishings befitting of a head of state. Nicole Trilivas, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025 On Thursday, a handful of classics from the height of his fame are being repackaged by Rhino Records into a massive box set befitting one of the most influential comics to ever hold a microphone. Nate Jackson, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for befit

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of befit was in the 15th century

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“Befit.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/befit. Accessed 3 May. 2025.

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befit

verb
be·​fit bi-ˈfit How to pronounce befit (audio)
befitted; befitting
: to be suitable to or proper for
clothes befitting the occasion

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