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- [in-op-er-toon, -tyoon]
- /ɪnˌɒp ərˈtun, -ˈtyun/
- /ɪˈnɒp.ə.tjuːn/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [in-op-er-toon, -tyoon]
- /ɪnˌɒp ərˈtun, -ˈtyun/
Definitions of inopportune word
- adjective inopportune not opportune; inappropriate; inconvenient; untimely or unseasonable: an inopportune visit. 1
- noun inopportune Occurring at an inconvenient or inappropriate time. 1
- adjective inopportune badly timed 1
- adjective inopportune If you describe something as inopportune or if you say that it happens at an inopportune time, you mean that it happens at an unfortunate or unsuitable time, and causes trouble or embarrassment because of this. 0
- adjective inopportune not opportune; inappropriate or badly timed 0
- adjective inopportune not opportune; coming or happening at a poor time; not appropriate 0
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Origin of inopportune
First appearance:
before 1525 One of the 28% oldest English words
From the Late Latin word inopportūnus, dating back to 1525-35. See in-3, opportune
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Parts of speech for Inopportune
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inopportune popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 68% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for inopportune
adj inopportune
- contrary — Ideas, attitudes, or reactions that are contrary to each other are completely different from each other.
- disadvantageous — characterized by or involving disadvantage; unfavorable; detrimental.
- disturbing — upsetting or disquieting; dismaying: a disturbing increase in the crime rate.
- ill-timed — badly timed; inopportune.
- inappropriate — not appropriate; not proper or suitable: an inappropriate dress for the occasion.
adjective inopportune
- unfavourable — Unfavourable conditions or circumstances cause problems for you and reduce your chances of success.
Antonyms for inopportune
adj inopportune
- appropriate — Something that is appropriate is suitable or acceptable for a particular situation.
- auspicious — Something that is auspicious indicates that success is likely.
- ok — all right; proceeding normally; satisfactory or under control: Things are OK at the moment.
- opportune — appropriate, favorable, or suitable: an opportune phrase for the occasion.
- suitable — such as to suit; appropriate; fitting; becoming.
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