appropriateness
Translation
appropriateness, suitability, propriety
Examples
They questioned the appropriateness of his comments.
They questioned the appropriateness of his comments.
The appropriateness of the design is under review.
The appropriateness of the design is under review.
Grammar Patterns
the appropriateness of ((sth.)) the suitability of (sth.) We discussed the appropriateness of the decision.
Similar Words
Synonyms: suitability, fitness, propriety; Antonyms: inappropriateness
Etymology
From 'appropriate' + '-ness' (a suffix forming nouns indicating a state or condition). The root is Latin 'appropriare'.
Memory Tips
The '-ness' at the end turns the adjective 'appropriate' (suitable) into a noun meaning 'the quality of being suitable'.