felicitous (C1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /fəˈlɪsɪtəs/

Definition

Well chosen or suited to the circumstances; apt or appropriate.

Examples

• Her felicitous choice of words made the difficult announcement easier to accept.

• The timing of his arrival was particularly felicitous, as we were just about to start the meeting.

• It was a felicitous occasion for the reunion of old friends.

Synonyms of felicitous

Words with a similar meaning to felicitous:

• apt
• appropriate
• fitting
• timely

Antonyms of felicitous

Words with the opposite meaning to felicitous:

• inappropriate
• unfortunate
• awkward

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