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adjective

bi-ˈfi-tiŋ How to pronounce befitting (audio)
Definition of befittingnext
1
as in proper
following the established traditions of refined society and good taste many voters feel that the womanizing governor has not acted in a befitting manner for someone who serves as the state's chief executive

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2
as in appropriate
meeting the requirements of a purpose or situation a befitting reply to a civil question

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befitting

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verb

present participle of befit
as in fitting
to be fitting or proper spoke politely of the deceased, as befitted the occasion

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Recent Examples of befitting
Adjective
Not only is the snowfall seemingly more befitting of January or February, but the temperatures are too. — Tara Molina, CBS News, 2 Dec. 2025 Robinson, Grant updates The sheer numbers are hardly befitting of any team’s two most recent first-round draft picks. — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 29 Nov. 2025
Verb
Yes, there are fights with swords and bodices that are ripped, but this Zorro is finally much more of a romantic farce than an action drama, befitting star Jean Dujardin‘s particular blend of goofy suavity. — Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 30 June 2026 Corneliani updated its sartorial proposition via functional details befitting a very dapper explorer. — Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 22 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for befitting
Recent Examples of Synonyms for befitting
  1. proper
  2. appropriate
  3. fitting
  4. polite
  5. suitable
  6. suiting
  7. respectable
  8. fit
Adjective
  • The under-21s returned for pre-season last Monday, initially for testing before their first proper day of training on Thursday.
    — Andy Jones, New York Times, 14 July 2026
  • This is just what Harley had built – an out-of-the-box pro-drag bike complete with slicks, wheelie bars, a hissing air-shifter and a proper multi-stage clutch set-up specifically for the drag strip.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 13 July 2026
Definition of proper
Adjective
  • That includes a bath with breed-appropriate shampoo, a blow-dry and brush-out, a haircut or trim based on breed and preference, nail clipping and filing, ear cleaning and eye area cleaning.
    — Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 10 July 2026
  • Portfolio Integration And Manager Selection For investors who have done the liquidity assessment and concluded that private credit is appropriate for a portion of their portfolio, manager selection is the dominant variable.
    — Jason Kirsch, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
Definition of appropriate
Verb
  • The singer has been made to thread the tough but necessary needle of fitting her aughts hits and her new music into a single setlist.
    — Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 11 July 2026
  • In any case, the same principles of mitigating risk—staying hydrated, avoiding exercise during the hottest parts of the day, seeking shade, acclimating to the weather, wearing loose-fitting clothes—apply to young and old alike.
    — Daniel Engber, The Atlantic, 11 July 2026
Definition of fitting
Adjective
  • Genuine smiles and laughter Don't read too much into an initial polite smile.
    — Jeff Haden, CNBC, 9 July 2026
  • Poor Frank and Kirsten look on confused, determinedly polite in their insistence that all family members should be welcome.
    — Leslie Felperin, HollywoodReporter, 8 July 2026
Definition of polite
Adjective
  • The structures produced during the mission were experimental tissues rather than complete organs suitable for transplantation.
    — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 11 July 2026
  • This leaves little scope for a winger of Garnacho’s type with Chelsea already moving for suitable wing backs in the summer transfer window.
    — Graham Ruthven, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
Definition of suitable
Verb
  • Prince William joined her on the outing with a break from his usual navy suiting, instead rocking a beige suit jacket.
    — Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 29 June 2026
  • This has been visible during Menšík’s run, with the combination of high bounce (in the first week’s heat) and slow conditions (in the cooler weather during the second) suiting his strike zone and contact point.
    — Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 5 June 2026
Definition of suiting
Adjective
  • There will be gratitude for how James made the Cavs respectable again during his first run (2003-2010).
    — Mark Medina, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
  • The pixel density is the same on both the old and new monitors, at a respectable 110 pixels per inch (ppi).
    — Zackery Cuevas, PC Magazine, 9 July 2026
Definition of respectable
Adjective
  • Her unique skill set as a dominant on-ball point guard necessitates a team to operate with a specific style and personnel to make the fit work.
    — Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 13 July 2026
  • Starting fit lowers your injury risk and makes the experience genuinely more fun.
    — Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 13 July 2026
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