fitness

noun

ˈfit-nəs How to pronounce fitness (audio)
Definition of fitnessnext
1
as in health
the condition of being sound in body a gymnastics program promoting fitness and agility in school-aged children

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Relevance

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2
as in relevance
the quality or state of being especially suitable or fitting I have to question the fitness of wearing a bright red dress to a funeral

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Recent Examples of fitness While some potential suitors might have concerns over the 94-cap England international’s long-term fitness, not all teams are deterred by Stones’ injury history. — Mark Carey, New York Times, 26 July 2026 The remodel emphasized spa-style amenities — including a Finnish sauna, steam room, a fitness center, and hot and cold plunge pools inspired by Therme Vals, the Swiss spa known for its spare, stone-forward minimalism. — David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 25 July 2026 Maria Kang built her career around fitness, healthy eating and helping other moms prioritize wellness. — Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 25 July 2026 As many of us entered the age of military fitness, the Twin Towers fell and the United States embarked on a forever war. — Hillary Kelly, The Atlantic, 24 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for fitness
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fitness
  1. health
  2. relevance
  3. wellness
  4. validity
  5. strength
  6. suitability
  7. appropriateness
  8. applicability
Noun
  • However, health officials are searching for other potential products that may be making people sick as cases continue to climb.
    — CNN Money, CNN Money, 28 July 2026
  • Through interconnected stories, the film illustrates how these cumulative experiences contribute to health inequities—including Black maternal mortality—within a healthcare system that too often fails to listen to Black women.
    — Dominique Fluker, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
Definition of health
Noun
  • The March draw, however, carries more relevance than San Diego’s historical advantage.
    — Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 July 2026
  • Kucukbas says that at the heart of Ireland’s quantum strategy is future relevance and economic success.
    — Dr. Jonathan Reichental, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026
Definition of relevance
Noun
  • The Galaxy Watch line has an unmatched list of health and wellness features, but has trailed Apple Watches in tracking accuracy.
    — Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 26 July 2026
  • In June, the FDA added nine members to its Pharmacy Compounding Advisory Committee, bringing the total to 13 — almost all of whom either promote peptide products or profit from wellness clinics that sell them.
    — A.J. Russo, Baltimore Sun, 26 July 2026
Definition of wellness
Noun
  • As part of his plea, Kohberger waived the right to appeal, but that does not preclude him from filing a new case challenging the validity of his plea agreement.
    — Cindy Von Quednow, CNN Money, 27 July 2026
  • As Nora’s speech and Catherine’s kind moments suggest, characters’ actions don’t consistently reflect their overall moral stance, which is often based on misunderstandings and falsehoods, its validity unknowable even to them.
    — Judy Berman, Time, 27 July 2026
Definition of validity
Noun
  • But in recent years, women have used motherhood as a strength, returning to their careers faster — and oftentimes better.
    — PJ Green July 24, Kansas City Star, 24 July 2026
  • The 6-foot-2, 326-pounder will add some size and strength to the Penn State defensive line this year.
    — Stewart Mandel, New York Times, 24 July 2026
Definition of strength
Noun
  • State law requires housing providers to justify such denials by identifying a connection between the crime and the applicant’s suitability as a tenant.
    — Haley Parsley, Sacbee.com, 24 July 2026
  • Along this line of regulatory oversight and licensing comes consumer protection and suitability.
    — Barry Bernstein, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
Definition of suitability
Noun
  • And yet, the shows are also wildly different, not just in terms of the age appropriateness of their content.
    — David Mack, CNN Money, 17 July 2026
  • After a presentation and discussion on April 14, the Miami Beach Historic Preservation Board voted to approve a certificate of appropriateness for the project but with conditions and limitations.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 9 July 2026
Definition of appropriateness
Noun
  • Still, the reason Belmont endures is its plain language and broad applicability.
    — Stephanie Haridopolos, Baltimore Sun, 9 July 2026
  • Set that against Microsoft's research mapping AI applicability across occupations, which scores knowledge and information work highest and physical labor lowest, and an unnerving pattern surfaces.
    — Alexander Puutio, Forbes.com, 26 June 2026
Definition of applicability

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