appropriate synonyms

appropriate

modif.

proper, suitable, suited, fitting; see fit 1, 2, relevant. See syn. study atfit.

appropriate

v.

  1. To seize

    secure, usurp, take possession of; see seize 2.

  2. To provide money

    set aside, set apart, allocate, assign (to a particular use), reserve, apportion, devote, appoint, allow, allow for, disburse, budget, allot, earmark.

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