1
as in tendency
an established pattern of behavior
an unfortunate aptness to interrupt people in mid sentence
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2
as in appropriateness
the quality or state of being especially suitable or fitting
I'd question the aptness of that goofy sympathy card
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for aptness
Noun
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That’s the tendency, when arriving at such milestones — to celebrate the past, and the distance traveled.—
Andy Meek,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025 -
The heavy stacks of cash fit into a pattern emerging throughout the trial as prosecutors attempt to paint Combs as a man spoiled by success, able to hide a tendency for abuse and criminality through a large staff and an ever-larger fortune.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
4 June 2025
Noun
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And one of the fastest ways to lose it is poor communication.—
Julian Hayes II,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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The difficulty is knowing where to look when a landscape is constantly changing in unpredictable ways.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
7 June 2025
Noun
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Offers in this section are from affiliate partners and selected based on a combination of engagement, product relevance, compensation, and consistent availability.—
Kelsey Neubauer,
CNBC,
31 May 2025
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That guidance similarly discourages blanket exclusions and encourages individualized assessments that consider the nature of the offense, its recency, and its relevance to the job.—
Alonzo Martinez,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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Even at centers where funds appear to have led to considerable research output, internal strife calls into question the validity of their work.—
Robert Schmad,
The Washington Examiner,
6 June 2025
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The White House statement also questions the validity of the pardons and commutations issued by Biden—especially his commutation of the sentences of 37 inmates on federal death row—echoing another Trump claim.—
Siladitya Ray,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
Noun
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Over time, though, as circumstances changed, the usefulness of those crops came to an end, and they were abandoned and then forgotten… Until 2013.—
Elisabetta Tosi,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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But these officials, too, question the safety and usefulness of at least some vaccines, and seek to slow or stop their use.—
Katherine J. Wu,
The Atlantic,
17 May 2025
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Many companies that once relied solely on fitness apps or gym memberships are expanding into more integrative care.—
Irina Logman,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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The resort will have a full-service spa, a fitness center, an indoor thermal pool, a cold plunge, a sauna and steam rooms.—
Amaia Gavica,
Idaho Statesman,
8 June 2025
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Date: Saturday, May 31 Time: 8 p.m. ET TV/Stream: Amazon Prime Video In the co-main event, Jermall Charlo returns to the ring in search of a return to glory and relevancy.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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The return to sustained relevancy –- something that seemed next-to-impossible for over two decades –- is new for younger fans who never saw the beloved ’90s90’s teams.—
Mark Morales,
CNN Money,
29 May 2025
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Roblox is confident in its position and the propriety of its dealings in this matter and looks forward to responding in court.—
Skyler Caruso,
People.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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Questions of fairness The law commands respect, and courtesy and propriety are always in order.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
14 Apr. 2025
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“Aptness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aptness. Accessed 13 Jun. 2025.
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