befitted; befitting
: to be proper or becoming to
clothing that befits the occasion
Examples of befit in a Sentence
She has a mind for serious inquiry, as befits a scientist.
spoke politely of the deceased, as befitted the occasion
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Mars Salazar, Austin American-Statesman, 6 Dec. 2024
As befitting its name, the American Cinematheque keeps the art form of film running in theaters.
—Jenelle Riley, Variety, 5 Dec. 2024
Allegiant’s field dimensions are smaller than FIFA’s minimum requirements, meaning seats would need to be removed to package the stadium in a manner befitting a World Cup.
—Adam Crafton, The Athletic, 18 Jan. 2025
The room is a design spectacle befitting its location: a golden glamorous affair of chandeliers, arched windows, glowing staircases, and touches of pink textiles.
—Lauren Mowery, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
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“Befit.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/befit. Accessed 16 Feb. 2025.
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befit
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be·fit
bi-ˈfit 
befitted; befitting
: to be suitable to or proper for
clothes befitting the occasion
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