What is another word for behoving?

Pronunciation: [bɪhˈə͡ʊvɪŋ] (IPA)

Behoving is a slightly antiquated term that is used to describe something that is considered necessary or fitting for a particular situation or context. Some synonyms for behoving include proper, advisable, appropriate, requisite, essential, and necessary. Other alternatives include appropriate, appropriate, apt, becoming, expedient, fit, fitting, germane, incumbent, indispensable, mandatory, needed, obligatory, opportune, right, suitable, and timely. Depending on the context, any of these terms can be used interchangeably with behoving to convey a similar idea or message. Regardless of the synonym used, the idea expressed is one of necessity or properness in a given situation.

What are the hypernyms for Behoving?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Behoving

Sure to any behoving soul it is above a monarchy; for it includes an anointing both to a royal and priestly office, and carries a title to a kingdom incorruptible and undefiled.
"The Works of the Rev. Hugh Binning"
Hugh Binning

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