suitable (A2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈsuːtəbl/

Definition

Appropriate or right for a particular purpose, person, or occasion.

Examples

• He was looking for a quiet place suitable for studying.

• The company needs to find a suitable candidate for the job.

• Is this a suitable time to discuss the issue?

How to Use suitable

suitable for (prepositional phrase)

Appropriate or right for a particular thing or person. — "This weather is not suitable for a picnic."

Synonyms of suitable

Words with a similar meaning to suitable:

• fit
• proper
• appropriate
• fitting

Antonyms of suitable

Words with the opposite meaning to suitable:

• unsuitable
• inappropriate

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