unbecoming, n. meanings, etymology, pronunciation and more in the Oxford English Dictionary
The meaning of UNBECOMING is not becoming; especially : not according with the standards appropriate to one's position or condition of life. How to use unbecoming in a sentence.
UNBECOMING definition: 1. Unbecoming clothes do not look attractive on a particular person. 2. Unbecoming behaviour is not…. Learn more.
UNBECOMING definition: detracting from one's appearance, character, or reputation; unattractive or unseemly. See examples of unbecoming used in a sentence.
In a nutshell, "unbecoming" refers to something that is inappropriate, unsuitable, or unattractive. It often describes actions, behaviors, or appearances that are contrary to expected standards of decency or attractiveness.
Behavior that is unattractive, especially in a particular setting or with certain people, can also be unbecoming. It's unbecoming to burp loudly at the opera. If it's impolite or unseemly, it's unbecoming. The word stems from becoming, which means attractive or tasteful.
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If you describe things such as clothes as unbecoming, you mean that they look unattractive. ...the unbecoming dress hurriedly stitched from cheap cloth. If you describe a person's behaviour or remarks as unbecoming, you mean that they are shocking and unsuitable for that person. Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner’s Dictionary.
Adjective unbecoming (comparative more unbecoming, superlative most unbecoming) Not flattering, attractive or appropriate. She wore a rather unbecoming hairstyle.
- Not appropriate, attractive, or flattering: an unbecoming dress. 2. Not in accord with the standards implied by one's character or position: conduct unbecoming an officer. See Synonyms at unseemly.