Appropriate

/ɐpɹˈəʊpɹɪət/

/əˈpɹoʊpɹiˌeɪt/, /əˈpɹoʊpɹiət/

appropriate

suitable or acceptable for a given situation or purpose

to appropriate

give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause

(used of count nouns) every one considered individually

to take something for one's own use, especially illegally or without the owner's permission

Example

Using formal language is appropriate in a business meeting.

Wearing casual attire is appropriate for a picnic.

Using safety gear is appropriate when working with machinery.

Bringing a gift is appropriate when attending a party.

Offering condolences is appropriate when someone experiences a loss.

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