out or keeping
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Not in keeping with what is correct or proper; incongruous; inappropriate: Describes something that is not suitable, harmonious, or consistent with the surrounding circumstances, standards, or expectations.
Usage
- The adjective "out or keeping" is used to describe a person's actions, an object's appearance, or a situation's quality when it clashes with what is considered appropriate or fitting. It emphasizes a noticeable lack of harmony or suitability.
- It is typically used in the phrase "out of keeping (with)," where "with" introduces the standard or context that is being violated.
Examples
- Adjective:
- His casual jeans were out or keeping with the formal dress code of the gala.
- The modern glass extension is out of keeping with the historic architecture of the original building.
- Such harsh criticism is out of keeping with her usually supportive nature.
Advanced Usage
- "to be out of keeping with something": This is the standard construction. It is used to state explicitly what the subject is incongruous with.
- The loud music was completely out of keeping with the serene atmosphere of the library.
Variants and Related Words
- Incongruous (adj): Not in harmony or keeping with the surroundings or other aspects; inconsistent.
- Inappropriate (adj): Not suitable or proper in the circumstances.
- Unbecoming (adj): (Of behavior) not fitting or appropriate; unsuitable.
Synonyms
- Incongruous
- Inappropriate
- Unfitting
- Unsuitable
- Incompatible
Antonyms
- In keeping
- Appropriate
- Suitable
- Fitting
- Harmonious
Related Phrases
- Out of place: Not in the correct or usual position; feeling uncomfortable or unsuitable in a situation.
- His joke felt out of place during the solemn ceremony.
- Out of character: Not typical of a person's usual behavior.
- Her angry outburst was out of character.
Adjective
- not in keeping with what is correct or proper
- completely inappropriate behavior