beseemly en · ADJ
Etymology
Compare seemly.
Meanings
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(archaic) fit; suitable; becoming
In beseemly order sitten there.
1742, William Shenstone, The Schoolmistress:To Connel's shop my SUSAN will I bring, To fit her finger with the wedding-ring; Procure the licence, and all else beside, Fit and beseemly for my bonny bride
1805, Ewan Clark, The Rustic:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| most beseemly | Degree=Sup | lexicographic | |
| more beseemly | Degree=Cmp | lexicographic |