befit
Match in propriety
To befit is to be appropriate or suitable for: Such language does not befit a gentleman.
The word is formal and somewhat old-fashioned, appearing most often in contexts of dignity, station, or propriety.
What befits someone matches their role or position: a ceremony befitting a head of state.
Naturally suited or inclined
- suitableProper for purpose
- properSocially appropriate
- seemlyConforming to propriety
- meetCome into contact
congruous · apposite · germane · pertinent · relevant · accordant · compatible · harmonious
Favorable in timing
- well-timedHappening at the best moment
- timelyOccurring when appropriate
- auspiciousIndicating future success
- felicitousPleasingly well-suited
expedient · propitious · seasonable · suited · appropriate · ceremonial · festive · solemn
apt
Naturally suited or inclined
meet · congruous · apposite · germane · pertinent · relevant · accordant · compatible · harmonious · becoming
opportune
Favorable in timing
- well-timedHappening at the best moment
- timelyOccurring when appropriate
- auspiciousIndicating future success
felicitous · expedient · propitious · seasonable · suited · appropriate · ceremonial · festive · solemn · momentous
dignified
Composed and respectable
- respectfulShowing proper regard
- decorousSocially appropriate, dignified
- courteousShowing respectful consideration
gracious · elegant · refined · tactful · modest · genteel · polite · ceremonious · formal · stately
befitdisgrace
Loss of honor
demean · dishonor · disagree with · oppose · contradict