Definitions
- Describing an action that is not done correctly or in accordance with established rules or standards. - Referring to behavior that is considered rude, impolite, or inappropriate. - Talking about something that is not suitable or adequate for a particular purpose or situation.
- Referring to behavior or actions that are not suitable or acceptable for a particular situation or context. - Describing something that is not fitting or appropriate for a specific purpose or use. - Talking about something that is considered offensive, insensitive, or disrespectful.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe actions or behaviors that are not suitable or acceptable.
- 2Both words are adverbs that modify verbs.
- 3Both words can be used to describe social norms or expectations.
- 4Both words can be used to criticize or correct behavior.
What is the difference?
- 1Scope: Improperly refers to actions that are not done correctly or in accordance with established rules or standards, while inappropriately refers to actions that are not suitable or acceptable for a particular situation or context.
- 2Intensity: Inappropriately carries a stronger connotation of offensiveness or disrespectfulness than improperly.
- 3Subjectivity: Inappropriately is more subjective and dependent on cultural or social norms, while improperly is more objective and based on established rules or standards.
- 4Usage: Improperly is more commonly used in technical or formal contexts, while inappropriately is more commonly used in informal or everyday language.
Remember this!
Improperly and inappropriately are both adverbs that describe actions or behaviors that are not suitable or acceptable. However, improperly refers to actions that are not done correctly or in accordance with established rules or standards, while inappropriately refers to actions that are not suitable or acceptable for a particular situation or context. Inappropriately carries a stronger connotation of offensiveness or disrespectfulness than improperly, and it is more subjective and dependent on cultural or social norms.
