Main Entry: suit·able

Pronunciation: \ˈsü-tə-bəl\

Function: adjective

Date: 1581

1 obsolete : similar, matching
2 a : adapted to a use or purpose <suitable for kitchen use> b : satisfying propriety : proper <suitable dress> c : able, qualified <a suitable candidate for the job>

synonyms see fit

— suit·abil·i·ty \ˌsü-tə-ˈbi-lə-tē\ noun

— suit·able·ness noun

— suit·ably \-blē\ adverb