Definition

In a way that is not suitable or appropriate for a particular purpose or situation.

Example

He unfitly dressed for the formal event, wearing shorts and a t-shirt.

Conversation

I think he acted unfitly during the meeting yesterday.

Really? What did he do that was so inappropriate?

He interrupted everyone and spoke over them, which felt really rude.

That's unfortunate; it's hard to get anything done like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unfitly → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "fit" (from Old English "fitt", meaning suitable or proper) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner). The word "unfitly" means in a manner that is not suitable or proper.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being added to 'fit' which means suitable, and then adding '-ly' to describe how something is done. This helps you remember that 'unfitly' means to do something in a way that is not suitable.

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