befitting

adjective

be·fit·ting bi-ˈfi-tiŋ

bē-

Synonyms of befitting next

: suitable, appropriate

: proper, decent

befittingly

bi-ˈfi-tiŋ-lē

bē-

adverb

Examples of befitting in a Sentence

many voters feel that the womanizing governor has not acted in a befitting manner for someone who serves as the state's chief executive a befitting reply to a civil question

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That’s the most telling difference between Biden, whose wisdom and judgment are undiminished by his age, and the former president, whose entire persona is a constant tantrum more befitting an out-of-control toddler than an erstwhile leader of the free world. —

Martin Dyckman, Sun Sentinel, 23 Feb. 2024 Never before had a comic-book adaptation like this been concocted, distilling the narrative of the Caped Crusader down to his most iconic elements and presenting him with befitting adventures that still leave fans in awe to this day. —

Daniel Dockery, Vulture, 1 Aug. 2024 Jennifer Hudson honored Whitney Houston at the 2024 American Music Awards (AMAs) 50th Anniversary special in the most heartfelt and befitting way. —

Mya Abraham, VIBE.com, 7 Oct. 2024 However, interdependent self-construal places more value on external features like relationships with others, societal status, fitting in, and acting in a befitting manner. —

Joy Emeh, Health, 9 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for befitting