suitable

suit·able

adjective \ˈsü-tə-bəl\

Definition of SUITABLE

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>

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

— suit·able·ness noun

— suit·ably \-blē\ adverb

Examples of SUITABLE

1. The dress was a suitable choice.
2. We upgraded the computer to make it suitable to our needs.

First Known Use of SUITABLE

1581

Related to SUITABLE

Synonyms

able, capable, equal, fit, good, qualified, competent

Antonyms

incompetent, inept, poor, unfit, unfitted, unqualified

Related Words

accomplished, ace, adept, experienced, expert, master, masterful, masterly, practiced (also practised), proficient, seasoned, skilled, skillful, veteran; overqualified; prepared, schooled, trained; apt, ready, willing; all-around (also all-round), protean, versatile

Near Antonyms

inexperienced, inexpert, unseasoned, unskilled, unskillful; unprepared, unschooled, untrained; beginning, green, new, raw, untested, untried

See Synonym Discussion at fit