Inappropiate vs. Inappropriate — What's the Difference?

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Inappropiate is an incorrect spelling of the word inappropriate. Inappropriate refers to something not suitable or proper in a particular situation.

Difference Between Inappropiate and Inappropriate
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Which is correct: Inappropiate or Inappropriate
How to spell Inappropriate?

Inappropiate
Incorrect Spelling

Inappropriate
Correct Spelling
Key Differences
Think of the root word "appropriate," then add the prefix "in-".

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Count the p’s. Inappropriate has two p’s, just like "proper".

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"In" + "appropriate" - both parts of the word have correct spellings in them.

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Recall that "inappropriate" is the opposite of "appropriate" with the prefix "in-" indicating negation.

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Use mnemonic: In a PROPER iate, there are two P’s.

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Compare with Definitions
Inappropiate
Inappropiate is an incorrect spelling of inappropriate

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Inappropriate
Not suitable or proper in the circumstances.
Wearing jeans to a formal event is inappropriate.

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Inappropriate
Not fitting or in accord with established norms.
His comment was inappropriate for the occasion.

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Inappropriate
Not in keeping with one's needs or purposes.
An inappropriate choice of song for a wedding.

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Inappropriate
Not fitting or pertinent.
Asked inappropriate questions during the interview.

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Inappropriate
Unsuitable or improper.

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Inappropriate
Not appropriate; not suitable for the situation, time, or place.
It is inappropriate to burp at a formal dinner.
The violent movie is inappropriate for school.

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Inappropriate
Improper; adult; sexual.
Kids saying inappropriate things

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Inappropriate
Not instrument (to); not appropriate; unbecoming; unsuitable; not specially fitted; - followed by to or for.

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Inappropriate
Not suitable for a particular occasion etc;
Noise seems inappropriate at a time of sadness
Inappropriate shoes for a walk on the beach
Put inappropriate pressure on them

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Inappropriate
Not conforming with accepted standards of propriety or taste; undesirable;
Incorrect behavior
She was seen in all the wrong places
He thought it was wrong for her to go out to work

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Inappropriate
Not in keeping with what is correct or proper;
Completely inappropriate behavior

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Inappropriate
Lacking propriety or decorum.
Made inappropriate jokes during the meeting.

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Common Curiosities
What is the pronunciation of inappropriate?
/inəˈproʊpri.ɪt/

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Which vowel is used before inappropriate?
The vowel "i" is used before inappropriate.

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What is the root word of inappropriate?
The root word is "appropriate."

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What is the plural form of inappropriate?
Adjectives in English don't have plural forms.

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What is the verb form of inappropriate?
There isn't a direct verb form of "inappropriate." However, the verb form of "appropriate" is "to appropriate."

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What is the singular form of inappropriate?
Inappropriate is an adjective and does not have a singular or plural form. It remains "inappropriate."

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Which preposition is used with inappropriate?
Typically, "for" is used, as in "inappropriate for the occasion."

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Is inappropriate an abstract noun?
No, it's an adjective.

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Why is it called inappropriate?
It's derived from the prefix "in-" (meaning not) + "appropriate," referring to something not suitable.

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Which conjunction is used with inappropriate?
Any conjunction can be used with "inappropriate" depending on the sentence structure.

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Which article is used with inappropriate?
The articles "an" or "the" can be used depending on the context.

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Is inappropriate a collective noun?
No, it's not a collective noun.

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Is the word inappropriate imperative?
No, it's an adjective.

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How many syllables are in inappropriate?
Five syllables.

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How do we divide inappropriate into syllables?
in-ap-pro-pri-ate

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What is the first form of inappropriate?
Inappropriate does not have verb forms.

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Is inappropriate an adverb?
No, it's not an adverb.

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Is inappropriate a negative or positive word?
It's a negative word.

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Is inappropriate a vowel or consonant?
"Inappropriate" is a word composed of both vowels and consonants.

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What is a stressed syllable in inappropriate?
The stressed syllable is "pro."

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What is another term for inappropriate?
Unsuitable.

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What is the opposite of inappropriate?
Appropriate.

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Which determiner is used with inappropriate?
Determiners like "an" or "the" can be used.

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Is inappropriate a noun or adjective?
Inappropriate is an adjective.

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What part of speech is inappropriate?
It's an adjective.

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What is the second form of inappropriate?
Inappropriate does not have verb forms.

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Is inappropriate a countable noun?
No, it's an adjective.

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Is the inappropriate term a metaphor?
No, it's not a metaphor.

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What is the third form of inappropriate?
Inappropriate does not have verb forms.

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How is inappropriate used in a sentence?
"Her remarks were inappropriate for such a formal event."

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