unsuitable
adjective
un·suit·able
ˌən-ˈsü-tə-bəl 
: not fitting or right for a use or purpose : not suitable
an unsuitable choice
unsuitable topics for conversation
Examples of unsuitable in a Sentence
all the movies playing now are violent or otherwise unsuitable for a child's birthday party
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Lara’s pre-operative test results were abnormal, and revealed clear signs of keratoconus, making LASIK unsuitable.
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Jessica Alvarado Gamez, Denver Post, 17 Apr. 2026
Although the former American actress was drawn to an emerald piece, Nicholl noted it was ultimately deemed unsuitable for her big day.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 15 Apr. 2026
Judges would have a broader ability to determine that a defendant is unsuitable for the program.
—Tony Saavedra, Oc Register, 12 Apr. 2026
Unless the seeds were stored in a damp or otherwise unsuitable location, seed germination rates don’t decline all at once.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Apr. 2026
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Jessica Alvarado Gamez, Denver Post, 17 Apr. 2026
Although the former American actress was drawn to an emerald piece, Nicholl noted it was ultimately deemed unsuitable for her big day.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 15 Apr. 2026
Judges would have a broader ability to determine that a defendant is unsuitable for the program.
—Tony Saavedra, Oc Register, 12 Apr. 2026
Unless the seeds were stored in a damp or otherwise unsuitable location, seed germination rates don’t decline all at once.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for unsuitable
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“Unsuitable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unsuitable. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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