Meaning & Definition of Befit in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: To be suitable or proper for someone or something.

  Example Sentence: The dress befits her elegant style.

• Definition: To become; to befit.

  Example Sentence: It befits him to help those in need.

Etymology

Origin: Middle English < Old English befitan, equivalent to be- + fit.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• befit the occasion: To be suitable for the situation or event.
• befitting one's status: Appropriate for a person's social rank or position.

Translations

• Spanish: encajar

• French: convenir

• German: passen

• Russian: соответствовать

Related Words

• fit: To be of the right shape, size, or quality.

• suit: To be appropriate or acceptable.

Slang Meanings of befit

• Meaning: To look good in

  Example Sentence: That outfit totally befits you!

• Meaning: To suit or match well

  Example Sentence: Her style really befits her personality.