1
2
as in corresponds
to be in agreement on every point
now that you've explained your absence to me, my records and the office's fit
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in adapts
to change (something) so as to make it suitable for a new use or situation
I can undo the hem on these old culottes and fit them into a skirt
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
4
as in qualifies
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
Synonyms & Similar Words
5
6
as in prepares
to make ready in advance
I won't have time to fit the spare room for the guests
Synonyms & Similar Words
1
as in bouts
a sudden experiencing of a physical or mental disorder
without her medication, she'd have an epileptic fit
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in bursts
a sudden intense expression of strong feeling
helpless fits of laughter from the audience
Synonyms & Similar Words
3
as in huffs
an outburst or display of excited anger
found out what his wife had spent on clothes and threw a fit
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of fits
Brian Delp, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
This phenomenon fits a general trend toward multipolarity, where the geopolitical landscape is no longer defined solely by the bipolar rivalry that characterized the Cold War.
—Collin J. Meisel, The Conversation, 9 Sep. 2025
For Amazon, sports fits into an even larger Prime bundle that is also tied to shopping benefits.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 9 Sep. 2025
This latest ‘oopsie’ also fits an unfortunate pattern.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 9 Sep. 2025
This selective enforcement fits a larger pattern.
—Mike Kuiken, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
At Electric Goddess, their projects begin with an in-depth strategy session to align on goals, risks, and vision before tailoring a plan that fits.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
Forest needed competition for Chris Wood, and Jesus fits the bill as a Brazil international who has scored at a healthy rate back home, including the winner against Paris Saint-Germain in the Club World Cup.
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2025
Companies can’t afford to hire solely based on how well someone fits a job description.
—Paul Hudson, Fortune, 2 Sep. 2025
Marco Della Cava, USA Today, 8 Sep. 2025
Rugged fabric textures, retro fits and upcycled constructions are key.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 8 Sep. 2025
Genius dazzles down the ages, but so do fits of rage.
—Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 8 Sep. 2025
However, those simple fits could not match what telescopes actually saw.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 7 Sep. 2025
Get hoodies, tees and fashionable sweatshirts in different styles, colors and fits.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 5 Sep. 2025
Lazarus did accomplish much during her two years at Madewell, including elevating the store experience and leading expansions in menswear, accessories and wholesaling, and developing new denim fits.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2025
As evidenced by their unique looks, these jeans can transform from ultra-casual ensembles to office-friendly ’fits.
—Izzy Baskette, People.com, 26 Aug. 2025
One of my favorite fits of the 2025 draft, Loveland already showed off a smooth connection with Caleb Williams on two catches for 26 yards — including an impressive catch and run over the middle — against Buffalo.
—Nick Baumgardner, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2025
Verb
Home Depot’s acquisition of GMS fits squarely within this strategy to own supply chain chokepoints.
—Brian Delp, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
This phenomenon fits a general trend toward multipolarity, where the geopolitical landscape is no longer defined solely by the bipolar rivalry that characterized the Cold War.
—Collin J. Meisel, The Conversation, 9 Sep. 2025
For Amazon, sports fits into an even larger Prime bundle that is also tied to shopping benefits.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 9 Sep. 2025
This latest ‘oopsie’ also fits an unfortunate pattern.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 9 Sep. 2025
This selective enforcement fits a larger pattern.
—Mike Kuiken, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
At Electric Goddess, their projects begin with an in-depth strategy session to align on goals, risks, and vision before tailoring a plan that fits.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
Forest needed competition for Chris Wood, and Jesus fits the bill as a Brazil international who has scored at a healthy rate back home, including the winner against Paris Saint-Germain in the Club World Cup.
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2025
Companies can’t afford to hire solely based on how well someone fits a job description.
—Paul Hudson, Fortune, 2 Sep. 2025
Noun
Sometimes strange fits of inappropriate hunger.
—Marco Della Cava, USA Today, 8 Sep. 2025
Rugged fabric textures, retro fits and upcycled constructions are key.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 8 Sep. 2025
Genius dazzles down the ages, but so do fits of rage.
—Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 8 Sep. 2025
However, those simple fits could not match what telescopes actually saw.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 7 Sep. 2025
Get hoodies, tees and fashionable sweatshirts in different styles, colors and fits.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 5 Sep. 2025
Lazarus did accomplish much during her two years at Madewell, including elevating the store experience and leading expansions in menswear, accessories and wholesaling, and developing new denim fits.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2025
As evidenced by their unique looks, these jeans can transform from ultra-casual ensembles to office-friendly ’fits.
—Izzy Baskette, People.com, 26 Aug. 2025
One of my favorite fits of the 2025 draft, Loveland already showed off a smooth connection with Caleb Williams on two catches for 26 yards — including an impressive catch and run over the middle — against Buffalo.
—Nick Baumgardner, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fits
Verb
-
Creating a Partiful event or even texting the group suffices.—
Shelby Wax,
Vogue,
29 Aug. 2025
-
The complete sentence, housed in a single Arabic word, أحبّك, suffices when the world closes in and there is no room for longer declarations, for the leisure of language and its constructions.—
Nima Hasan
August 15,
Literary Hub,
15 Aug. 2025
Verb
-
The discount corresponds with the company’s slower top-line growth, mixed brand reputation, a prior FY 2019 impairment that damaged investor confidence, and ongoing debt concerns.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
-
Each of the four houses at Hogwarts corresponds to a natural element — as do each of the twelve zodiac signs.—
Lisa Stardust,
People.com,
1 Sep. 2025
Verb
-
The film very loosely adapts one tale from the lore of the titular Chinese protection deity, an eccentric-looking boy warrior of mystical, demonic birth.—
Derek Robertson,
The Washington Examiner,
5 Sep. 2025
-
Exercise itself stresses the heart, towards the goal of boosting heart health in the long-run as the organ adapts.—
Lauren Leffer,
Popular Science,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
-
Trump says the nation’s persistent trade deficit and the flow of fentanyl into the United States qualifies as such an emergency.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
-
Along with that, their record qualifies them to possibly receive one of the top three picks in the next WNBA Draft.—
Matthew Couden,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
-
The shoes have a wide toe box with plenty of room for feet to spread out, which helps prevent painful pinching and accommodates foot issues.—
Isabel Garcia,
People.com,
3 Sep. 2025
-
Build architecture that accommodates both.—
Douglas B. Laney,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
-
Stadler prepares apprentices for a career, not a job.—
Andy Tonsing,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
-
Fort Lauderdale residents could see a temporary change in the color of their tap water beginning Monday as the city prepares its water treatment system for a major upgrade, officials said.—
Sergio Candido,
Miami Herald,
7 Sep. 2025
Noun
-
Nor does the Love Actually star plan a viewing, because Nighy, admitting to crippling bouts of screen fright, has long refused to view any of his performances, alone or alongside audiences.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Sep. 2025
-
Over his career, Inoue won and defended the WBO junior bantamweight title seven times before moving to bantamweight for nine bouts.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
Noun
-
The palate bursts with rich, agave-forward flavors, revealing curious floral nuances of geranium and sweet spices.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
-
The bursts packed a punch, uprooting even mature trees in the Carmichael area, and disrupting power to thousands of Sacramento Municipal Utility District customers.—
Darrell Smith,
Sacbee.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Fits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fits. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share