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as in to suffice
archaic to be fitting or proper we hardly know them, so for Christmas a simple card will fit

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as in to equip
to make competent (as by training, skill, or ability) for a particular office or function that final computer course should fit him for a career in programming

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as in to accommodate
to make or have room for we can fit you in the booth if the rest of us squeeze closer together

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How does the adjective fit differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of fit are appropriate, apt, felicitous, fitting, happy, meet, proper, and suitable. While all these words mean "right with respect to some end, need, use, or circumstance," fit stresses adaptability and sometimes special readiness for use or action.

fit for battle

When can appropriate be used instead of fit?

While in some cases nearly identical to fit, appropriate implies eminent or distinctive fitness.

an appropriate gift

When is apt a more appropriate choice than fit?

The words apt and fit are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, apt connotes a fitness marked by nicety and discrimination.

apt quotations

In what contexts can felicitous take the place of fit?

Although the words felicitous and fit have much in common, felicitous suggests an aptness that is opportune, telling, or graceful.

a felicitous phrase

Where would fitting be a reasonable alternative to fit?

The synonyms fitting and fit are sometimes interchangeable, but fitting implies harmony of mood or tone.

a fitting end

When could happy be used to replace fit?

The words happy and fit can be used in similar contexts, but happy suggests what is effectively or successfully appropriate.

a happy choice of words

When is it sensible to use meet instead of fit?

In some situations, the words meet and fit are roughly equivalent. However, meet suggests a just proportioning.

meet payment

When might proper be a better fit than fit?

The meanings of proper and fit largely overlap; however, proper suggests a suitability through essential nature or accordance with custom.

proper acknowledgement

When would suitable be a good substitute for fit?

While the synonyms suitable and fit are close in meaning, suitable implies an answering to requirements or demands.

clothes suitable for camping

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of fit
Verb
The coming-of-age comedy, directed by Rod Daniel and written by Jeph Loeb and Matthew Weisman, was ready to start filming and would take just five weeks to shoot, which would fit in the production hiatus the show was taking. Victoria Edel, PEOPLE, 23 Oct. 2025 It can also be fitted with four 400W solar panels, lithium battery systems, and electric appliances to reduce emissions. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 23 Oct. 2025
Noun
Despite their recent rise in prevalence, prequels are often a bad fit for television. Ben Travers, IndieWire, 22 Oct. 2025 From a trousers perspective, this is reflected in the popularity of wide-leg shapes in recent seasons, across different styles from casual to formal—as well as straight-leg silhouettes with relaxed fits, and more recently, barrel-leg and balloon pants. Catherine Salfino, Sourcing Journal, 21 Oct. 2025
Adjective
Olivia Culpo, wife of San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey and mother of their 4-month-old daughter Colette, balanced a comfy and stylish game day ‘fit with pumping gear, and, by her own admission, a wild hangover while watching her husband’s team triumph over the Atlanta Falcons. Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 20 Oct. 2025 Moore accented her beautifully fit look with a matching satin clutch and high jewelry by Cartier, including a necklace embellished with diamond and rubies set in platinum. Laurie Brookins, HollywoodReporter, 20 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for fit
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fit
Verb
  • Superficial connections simply won’t suffice.
    Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 22 Oct. 2025
  • The Dolphins fell to 1-6 with the loss and McDaniel has not found an answer to suffice for the team’s struggles.
    Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 22 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The end of the growing season corresponds with the end of the mowing season.
    Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Oct. 2025
  • The Panthers entered the weekend with an opening on their 53-man roster, so only one corresponding move was needed to activate Corbett and Coker together.
    Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 18 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The early signs are encouraging but the players are still adapting to Alonso’s demands.
    Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 25 Oct. 2025
  • In the early days of the conflict, the Ukrainian military was much more agile than Russian forces in terms of adapting tactics and equipment.
    Tim Lister, CNN Money, 25 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Increment 4 program, which aims to equip smaller, faster vehicles with scalable turrets capable of tackling a range of threats.
    Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 21 Oct. 2025
  • The airline already started equipping its regional jets with faster internet equipment, and the overhaul of its mainline fleet continues.
    Zach Wichter, USA Today, 20 Oct. 2025
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  • The planes have a range of 7,750 miles, and can accommodate up to 13 passengers.
    Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
  • In total, Cotino aims to accommodate around 1,900 residential units across a 618-acre site.
    Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 20 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • You should also be prepared to replace worn hoses, especially for ranges that connect with flexible gas lines.
    Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Oct. 2025
  • Enduring hunger alongside heavy, unbelievable sounds of explosions, some of the relatives sheltering in our house decided to prepare their bags and head south.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 21 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • The scientific case for exploration dates back many millions of years to continental drift when Greenland was believed to be closely connected to Norway and the British Isles.
    Jordan Blum, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2025
  • Holt, who has six cases pending in federal court over civil rights violation claims, said as soon as he was transferred, the state began trying to get the cases dismissed as moot, citing his relocation to West Virginia.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 22 Oct. 2025
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  • The former Bronco is having a career year with the Cowboys, with two games above 115 rushing yards, and had a 66-yard burst against the Jets.
    Jeff Howe, New York Times, 25 Oct. 2025
  • The archival material is organized and annotated by Chaplin biographer David Robinson and editor Cecilia Cenciarelli, who have done essential work here detailing Chaplin’s biggest final burst of creativity.
    Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 24 Oct. 2025

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