Meaning of the word inapt in English

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inapt

US /ɪˈnæpt/
UK /ɪˈnæpt/

Adjective

not suitable or appropriate in the circumstances

Example:
His comments were rather inapt for the serious occasion.
The metaphor he used was somewhat inapt, confusing the audience.