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Term: Appropriate

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1: Suitable or fitting for a particular purpose or situation

Example sentence: The attire she wore to the job interview was appropriate and professional.

Sense 2: Conforming to social norms or expectations

Example sentence: It is important to behave in an appropriate manner at formal events.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense 1: To take or use something for a particular purpose

Example sentence: The manager appropriated a portion of the budget for the new project.

Sense 2: To allocate or assign something for a specific use

Example sentence: The funds were appropriately appropriated to support the educational program.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1: Something that is suitable or fitting

Example sentence: The teacher praised the student for their appropriate choice of research topic.

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sense 1: In a suitable or fitting manner

Example sentence: She responded to the criticism appropriately, addressing each concern with thoughtful responses.

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