befits

present tense third-person singular of befit
as in suffices
to be fitting or proper spoke politely of the deceased, as befitted the occasion

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Recent Examples of befits As befits the only child of such deities, the young Paweł, glimpsed in a series of snapshots, is all smiles. — Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 28 Sep. 2026 Unlike Monteverde with its open floor plan, high ceilings, and rollicking decibel level, Lo So will be quieter as befits a restaurant in a residential neighborhood. — John Kessler, Chicago Tribune, 15 Sep. 2026 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 And not every run will be a banger, of course; there’s plenty of randomness involved, as befits the genre. — ArsTechnica, 31 July 2026 While Nolan often wrangles what seems like a cast of thousands, the look departs from the Old Hollywood vision of the sword-and-sandal epic, creating something equal parts majestic and strange, as befits a story peppered with fantastical elements. — David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 15 July 2026 But Nunez, as befits her subject matter, is high on today’s crop of young authors. — Literary Hub, 14 July 2026 If Nicks isn’t a bridesmaid, then save her a seat near Andrea Swift, as befits the spiritual mother of the bride. — Kase Wickman, Vanity Fair, 25 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for befits
Verb
  • Simply photographing the surface of the brain somehow suffices.
    — Quanta Magazine, Quanta Magazine, 25 Sep. 2026
  • The majority explained that authority for the president to construct the ballroom requires satisfying both of those statutes; neither alone suffices.
    — Ellen P. Aprill, The Conversation, 20 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • My job is to challenge whether the decision actually does that.
    — Ray R. Harris, Fortune, 11 Oct. 2026
  • While Pacific Neon now largely does LED sign work, reflecting a broad shift in the sign industry, veteran hands like Uroff, 70, can serve a valuable purpose when needed.
    — Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 10 Oct. 2026
Verb
  • From there, the team determines whether the dance will feature a solo performer or a duo or trio, as well as the type of character that fits best.
    — Tanya Fedak, Variety, 13 Oct. 2026
  • The shopper knows when the order will arrive and picks the shipping method that fits their needs.
    — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
Verb
  • The style’s lightweight build also suits transitional seasons, which could extend its appeal well into spring.
    — Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Oct. 2026
  • Look for a silhouette that suits her personal style rather than chasing whatever trend is dominating social media.
    — Ethan Stone October 9, Idaho Statesman, 9 Oct. 2026
Verb
  • According to Ibrahim, the market primarily serves Arab, Middle Eastern, Indian and Asian customers, though American shoppers have increasingly discovered the shop as well.
    — Sara Rosenthal, Denver Post, 11 Oct. 2026
  • Run by the art world’s favorite chef Mina Stone, the café serves an all-day menu of hearty salads, flavorful soups, Greek mezze and fancy toast.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Oct. 2026

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“Befits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/befits. Accessed 16 Oct. 2026.

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