aptness (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈæptnəs/

Definition

A quality of having a natural tendency or inclination to do something, or of being suitable or appropriate for a particular purpose.

Examples

• The aptness of the proverb to the situation was striking.

• His aptness for learning languages was evident from a young age.

• We admired the aptness of the design for the small space.

How to Use aptness

aptness for (prepositional phrase)

A natural inclination or suitability for a particular skill or activity. — "His aptness for mathematics was clear from his early school years."

aptness of (prepositional phrase)

The quality of being suitable or appropriate for something. — "The aptness of the title to the book's content was undeniable."

Synonyms of aptness

Words with a similar meaning to aptness:

• suitability
• appropriateness
• felicity
• pertinence

Antonyms of aptness

Words with the opposite meaning to aptness:

• inappropriateness
• unsuitability
• irrelevance

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