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单词 befit
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befit

verb

be·​fit bi-ˈfit How to pronounce befit (audio)
bē-
befitted; befitting

transitive verb

: to be proper or becoming to
clothing that befits the occasion

Synonyms

  • beseem [archaic]
  • do
  • fit [archaic]
  • go
  • serve
  • suit
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Example Sentences

She has a mind for serious inquiry, as befits a scientist. spoke politely of the deceased, as befitted the occasion
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Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

befit

verb

be·​fit bi-ˈfit How to pronounce befit (audio)
befitted; befitting
: to be suitable to or proper for
Wear clothes befitting the occasion.

befit

verb

as in to suffice
to be fitting or proper spoke politely of the deceased, as befitted the occasion

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • suffice
  • fit
  • suit
  • beseem
  • serve
  • do
  • satisfy
  • fit the bill
  • work
  • go
  • fill the bill
  • function
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