unbecoming

/ʌnbɪˈkʌmɪŋ/
adjective
  1. Not appropriate or suitable for a particular person, situation, or role; improper.
    • His rude comments were unbecoming of a professional.
    • Wearing casual clothes to the formal dinner was considered unbecoming.
    • It is unbecoming to speak ill of others behind their backs.
  2. (of clothing) Not flattering or attractive on the wearer.
    • He avoided wearing unbecoming colors that clashed with his skin tone.
    • That dress is unbecoming on her; it makes her look pale.
    • The uniform was unbecoming and made everyone look shapeless.
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