behoove
中文解釋
wordnet sense
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Collins Definition
Verb
behooved, past tense; behooved, past participle; behooves, 3rd person singular present; behooving, present participle;
/biˈho͞ov/,
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behooved, past tense; behooved, past participle; behooves, 3rd person singular present; behooving, present participle;
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It is a duty or responsibility for someone to do something; it is incumbent on
- - it behooves any coach to study his predecessors
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It is appropriate or suitable; it befits
- - it ill behooves the opposition constantly to decry the sale of arms to friendly countries
Web Definitions:
- be appropriate or necessary; "It behooves us to reflect on this matter"
- To suit; to befit; To be necessary; To be in one's best interest