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(un′bē kum′iŋ)

adjective

not appropriate or suited to one's appearance, status, character, etc.; unattractive, indecorous, etc.

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unbecomingly adverb

See unbecoming in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective

Not appropriate, attractive, or flattering: an unbecoming dress.
Not in accord with the standards implied by one's character or position: conduct unbecoming an officer. See Synonyms at improper.

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unˌbe·comˈing·ly adverb

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