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Inappropriate vs Immoral - What's the difference?

inappropriate | immoral |

As adjectives the difference between inappropriate and immoral

is that inappropriate is not appropriate; not suitable for the situation, time, and/or place while immoral is not moral; inconsistent with rectitude, purity, or good morals; contrary to conscience or the divine law.

inappropriate

English

Adjective

(en adjective)
  • Not appropriate; not suitable for the situation, time, and/or place.
    • It is inappropriate to burp at a formal dinner.
    "While PDA or sexual irresponsibility may be considered unsuitable, it is not inappropriate for teenagers in a relationship and nearly of legal age to talk alone."

    Synonyms

    * out of line * unfit * unsuitable

    Derived terms

    * inappropriately * inappropriateness

    immoral

    English

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • Not moral; inconsistent with rectitude, purity, or good morals; contrary to conscience or the divine law.

    • Usage notes

    * Said of people, deeds, groups, traditions, or practices.

    Synonyms

    * wicked * unjust * dishonest * vicious * licentious

    Antonyms

    * moral

    Related terms

    * amoral

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