APPROPRIATENESS Synonyms: 60 Similar and Opposite Words

appropriateness

noun

as in suitability

the quality or state of being especially suitable or fitting visitors remarked on the appropriateness of window boxes on the cottage, noting they gave it a quaint, cheerful look

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Recent Examples of appropriateness Genuine results are derived from the ability to assess and influence real-time payment decisions regarding appropriateness and alignment with actual costs of care. — Bruce Roffe, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026 On April 14, after the presentation and discussion, the Miami Beach Historic Preservation Board voted to approve a certificate of appropriateness for the project but with conditions and limitations. — Miami Herald, 23 June 2026 According to council members who supported the decision, concerns included the appropriateness of the program for children and its potential impact on attendance by some families. — Jack Springgate, CBS News, 3 June 2026 Participants prioritized scientific and medical accuracy, clarity, ease of pronunciation, avoiding stigma, and cultural appropriateness. — Melanie Cree, The Conversation, 29 May 2026 The appropriateness of that support is measured according to the user type and/or previous search behavior. — Carmen Daniela Maier, Encyclopedia Britannica, 26 May 2026 The superintendent should consult with generative AI experts to learn the difference between AI and generative AI, to determine the appropriateness of generative AI in schools, to establish safety protocols to avoid data breaches and deny student access to erroneous and/or offensive information. — Jemma Stephenson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026 This week, the 11-member Historic and Design Review Commission unanimously voted to issue a certificate of appropriateness for the second phase, an important requirement the city had to secure before applying for other permits and awarding a construction contract. — Megan Rodriguez, San Antonio Express-News, 20 Mar. 2026 The update comes as rodeo outfits have drawn attention online, including viral social media videos debating the appropriateness of attire worn by some attendees. — Dante Motley, Austin American Statesman, 17 Mar. 2026

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Noun

Access is expanding, but suitability and transparency still matter.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
Other cities, including New York City and Boston, also administer gun-licensing systems with subjective moral-character or suitability standards.

— George A. Mocsary, The Conversation, 7 July 2026

Definition of suitability

Noun

Nike has global scale, athlete relationships, product history, distribution reach, and cultural relevance that most companies would love to have.

— Jim Osman, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
Chief Deputy Utah County Attorney Chad Grunander questioned the relevance of bringing in Oliver as a witness.

— Hannah Schoenbaum, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2026

Definition of relevance

Noun

The photo only led to more questions about McConnell’s health as many people doubted the photo’s validity.

— Zack Sharf, Variety, 13 July 2026
Garbrandt didn’t really complain after Dean’s decision, and that’s a major indicator of the validity of the ref’s decision.

— Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 12 July 2026

Definition of validity

Noun

Still, the reason Belmont endures is its plain language and broad applicability.

— Stephanie Haridopolos, Baltimore Sun, 9 July 2026
Set that against Microsoft's research mapping AI applicability across occupations, which scores knowledge and information work highest and physical labor lowest, and an unnerving pattern surfaces.

— Alexander Puutio, Forbes.com, 26 June 2026

Definition of applicability

Noun

Bangkok has argued that 25 years and five rounds of formal talks under the 2001 MOU produced no real progress, and that the framework had simply outlived its usefulness.

— Ken Silverstein, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
Assemblymember Tina McKinnor, an Inglewood Democrat, is carrying the measure for a coalition of public safety unions, which argue that the reform has saved billions of dollars and has outlived its usefulness.

— Dan Walters, Oc Register, 7 July 2026

Definition of usefulness

Noun

Names that balanced regional pride, cultural relevancy, and just the right amount of dad-joke magic.

— Mark Glende, Twin Cities, 2 July 2026
If the Mets are looking to charge back into relevancy — in some fashion despite being trade deadline sellers — Lindor will need to return in vintage form to charge the clubhouse.

— James O'Connell, New York Daily News, 22 June 2026

Definition of relevancy

Noun

Millions of people around the world wear smart rings and fitness trackers to keep tabs on their sleep, workouts, heart rate and even body temperature, all in the name of better understanding their health.

— Jacqueline Howard, CNN Money, 5 July 2026
Then, Djokovic had the skills to blow his opponents away, but could also grind them down if needed, knowing that his superior fitness and durability would more than likely win out.

— Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 5 July 2026

Definition of fitness

Noun

At first glance, the three-part tonneau case sits with conservative propriety on the wrist.

— Richard Mille Contributor, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026
The second agreement precludes the Justice Department or any other federal agency from investigating the propriety of that funding.

— Nick Akerman, New York Daily News, 12 June 2026

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