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Term: Appropriate

Description:

Appropriate is an adjective that refers to something suitable, fitting, or proper for a particular purpose, situation, or person. It can also be used as a verb to mean taking possession of something for one's own use or to allocate something for a specific purpose.

Senses and Usages:

• Adjective sense 1: Fitting or suitable for a particular purpose or circumstance.

It is important to wear appropriate clothing to a job interview.

• Adjective sense 2: Socially acceptable or conforming to standards of decorum.

It would be appropriate to send a thank you note after receiving a gift.

• Verb sense 1: To take exclusive possession of something, often without permission.

She appropriated her colleague's ideas without giving proper credit.

• Verb sense 2: To allocate or designate something for a specific purpose.

The funds were appropriated for the construction of a new school building.

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