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Meaning of becoming in English

  1. Pronunciation

    /bəˈkəmɪŋ/

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    becoming

    Definitions

    1. according with custom or propriety

    Examples

    • « her becoming modesty »
    • « comely behavior »
    • « it is not comme il faut for a gentleman to be constantly asking for money »
    • « a decent burial »
    • « seemly behavior »

    Synonyms

    • proper
  2. 2. displaying or setting off to best advantage

    Examples

    • « a becoming new shade of rose »
    • « a becoming portrait »

    Synonyms

    • flattering

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