Amiss and Proper

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Amiss adjective - Not appropriate for a particular occasion or situation.

Usage example: official recognition would not be amiss after that spectacular effort

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Proper is an antonym for amiss in wrong topic.

Proper adjective - Following the established traditions of refined society and good taste.

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Amiss is an antonym for proper.

Nearby Words: property, properly

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