Definition
inappositeness
noun
- the quality or state of being inappropriate, unsuitable, or not fitting for a particular situation or context
Usage: formal; often used in academic or professional writing
Examples
- The inappositeness of his casual attire at the formal dinner was immediately noticed.
- She criticized the inappositeness of the joke in such a serious meeting.
- The inappositeness of the reference became clear once we understood the historical context.
- His comment highlighted the inappositeness of the proposed solution to the actual problem.
- The inappositeness of the music choice for a funeral service was questioned by many guests.