😬infelicitous (in-fe-li-ci-tus)

adjective
/ˌɪnfəˈlɪsɪtəs/
inopportun (inopportun)

Signification

not suitable or well chosen; awkward or unfortunate
Traduction de la signification
qui n'est pas approprié ou bien choisi ; maladroit ou malheureux
qui n'est pas approprié ou bien choisi ; maladroit ou malheureux

Phrases d'exemple

His infelicitous remark ruined the atmosphere of the meeting.

Sa remarque inopportune a gâché l'ambiance de la réunion.
Sa remarque inopportune a gâché l'ambiance de la réunion.

Synonymes

awkward, inappropriate, unfortunate, unsuitable, improper

Antonymes

appropriate, suitable, fortunate

Collocations

infelicitous remark, infelicitous choice, infelicitous phrasing

Vocabulaires connexes

Fair and sensible; having sound judgment; not extreme or excessive.
Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise.
Impossible to use up or tire out; unlimited in supply or energy.
familiar with and at ease in many different countries and cultures
Relevant or appropriate in a particular situation.
Deserving praise and admiration.