apt connotes a fitness marked by nicety and discrimination.
apt quotations
happy suggests what is effectively or successfully appropriate.
a happy choice of words
felicitous suggests an aptness that is opportune, telling, or graceful.
a felicitous phrase
Examples of suitable in a Sentence
The dress was a suitable choice.
We upgraded the computer to make it suitable to our needs.
Recent Examples on the WebThis clear gloss is a great option for those with uncolored and untreated hair — our tester even called their customer service line to confirm the product was suitable for their untreated locks.—Sophie Dodd, Peoplemag, 7 June 2024 Louisville Mega Cavern also notes that the light projections and lasers might not be suitable for those who are sensitive to flashing lights.—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 7 June 2024 Some over-the-ear options may be suitable for side sleepers, depending on their size and shape.—Shannon Ullman, Verywell Health, 3 June 2024 Take a look at some of the risque designs (these might not be suitable for work, so prudes beware)
This story was originally published June 3, 2024, 3:59 PM.—Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 3 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for suitable
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