What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
unsuitable
Example
The dress was unsuitable for the formal event. [unsuitable: adjective]
Example
The job was unsuitable for someone with no experience. [unsuitable: adjective]
unsuited
Example
He was unsuited for the job due to his lack of communication skills. [unsuited: adjective]
Example
The loud music was unsuited to her quiet and introverted personality. [unsuited: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Unsuitable is more commonly used than unsuited in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between unsuitable and unsuited?
Both unsuitable and unsuited are considered formal words and are typically used in written communication or formal speech.
