Definition

Not relevant or appropriate to the situation or context.

Example

His comments were inapposite to the discussion we were having about climate change.

Conversation

Did you think the comments he made were inapposite to the discussion?

Definitely, they seemed totally out of place.

It's frustrating when people say things that are so inapposite to the topic.

I know, it makes it hard to stay focused on what's important.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Inapposite → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "appositus" (from Latin, meaning placed near or appropriate). The word "inapposite" means not appropriate or not suitable for the situation.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') being combined with 'appropriate' ('appositus') to remember that inapposite means something that is not suitable.

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