THESAURUS

Appropriate Thesaurus

(transitive) To take to oneself; to claim or use, especially as by an exclusive right.

Synonyms for Appropriate

Depending on context, synonyms include impropriate, steal, allocate, earmark, apt, felicitous.

Antonyms for Appropriate

Common opposites include inappropriate.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include apt, fit, suitable, apposite, befitting, apropos.

Choosing the Right Word

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is another word for appropriate?

Possible synonyms include impropriate, steal, allocate, earmark, apt.

What is an antonym for appropriate?

Possible antonyms include inappropriate.

Can every synonym replace appropriate?

No. Check meaning, grammar, tone, and context before replacing appropriate.

Continue With Appropriate

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