unbecoming

Definition

  • adjective: not attractive
  • adjective: not becoming
  • often + 'of' or 'to'

Examples

  • conduct 'unbecoming' an officer [=conduct/behavior that is not appropriate for an officer]

  • behavior 'unbecoming of/to' a public official

  • That color is very 'unbecoming' on her.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Specifically that you were... "seen in public venues with another female officer at a time and manner... as to suggest conduct unbecoming an officer. " Sir, is someone suggesting that I'm a lesbian? We're not asking if you are, Lieutenant, and you're not required (..)
    1997 G.I. Jane
  • (..) a separate head. If you have any special medical needs, inform the infirmary. If your classmates or a superior acts in a harassing... or otherwise unbecoming manner, you are to inform me immediately, so that I can deal with it immediately. It may not always run smooth, (..)
    1997 G.I. Jane