FITS Synonyms: 248 Similar and Opposite Words

fits 1 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of fit

as in suffices

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

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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

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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

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misadjusts

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

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as in accommodates

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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as in prepares

to make ready in advance I won't have time to fit the spare room for the guests

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fits

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noun

plural of fit

as in bouts

a sudden experiencing of a physical or mental disorder without her medication, she'd have an epileptic fit

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as in bursts

a sudden intense expression of strong feeling helpless fits of laughter from the audience

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as in huffs

an outburst or display of excited anger found out what his wife had spent on clothes and threw a fit

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Recent Examples of fits

Verb

There’s no telling how long these discounts will last, so be sure to find the one that fits your cleaning needs before prices return to normal. — Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2026 The third stage fits within an interstage, preserving the full fairing volume for customer payloads. — Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 6 Nov. 2026 Ahead, find out how to style a leather jacket with everything from little black dresses and mom jeans to micro shorts, gym ’fits, and more for fall 2026. — Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 6 Nov. 2026 Decide whether monthly feedback, quarterly milestones or annual measurement best fits each role. — Dr. Nore Salman, Forbes.com, 6 Nov. 2026 Reviewers said that this style fits true to size, even with thicker sweaters layered underneath. — Abby Hepworth, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2026 If nothing fits the customer’s requirements, then the AI should opt not to buy. — Roy Stephen Canivel, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2026 The flap magnetically fits over a front-facing peg that holds an indicator LED that glows different colors depending on the case’s battery level. — Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 3 Nov. 2026 Start slowly and work with a physical therapist (PT) to find a routine that fits your symptoms. — Health Editorial Team, HEALTH, 3 Nov. 2026

Noun

More washes and fits are in the pipeline, including a bootcut. — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 2 Nov. 2026 From there, the women’s line continued to evolve alongside advances in fabric technology and shifting style preferences, with new fits and silhouettes reflecting how women wear jeans today. — Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 29 Oct. 2026 If your work ‘fits are feeling a little basic, this is the easiest way to dress them up. — Kaelin Dodge, InStyle, 28 Oct. 2026 The current design conversation is reframing them as intentional styling tools, which should push manufacturers toward better fabrics, cleaner fits and broader color ranges. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 23 Oct. 2026 And that, with fits and starts, ups and downs, changed little over roughly 90 years. — John E. McDonough, STAT, 16 Oct. 2026 Neither was having fits; indeed, both seemed remarkably composed, given the circumstances. — Jon Allsop, New Yorker, 10 Oct. 2026 Others cite the lack of a persuasive justification for conflict, the strikes themselves and subsequent fits and starts of peacemaking as evidence that America’s global image has been undermined, as has the persuasiveness of its public claims. — Christopher Nichols, The Conversation, 9 Oct. 2026 After a process of fits and starts, Ellison and Paramount sealed their deal in July. — Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 6 Oct. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for fits

Verb

Simply photographing the surface of the brain somehow suffices.

— Quanta Magazine, Quanta Magazine, 25 Sep. 2026
The majority explained that authority for the president to construct the ballroom requires satisfying both of those statutes; neither alone suffices.

— Ellen P. Aprill, The Conversation, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of suffices

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The California Department of Housing and Community Development reports that in Sacramento County, a one-person household qualifies for low-income eligibility if its income is $73,600 a year or less.

— Theresa Clift, Sacbee.com, 29 Oct. 2026
The film won the Grand Jury Prize in the World Cinema Dramatic Competition at the Sundance Film Festival, which qualifies it to compete for the Oscar for international feature film under new Academy rules.

— Leo Barraclough, Variety, 28 Oct. 2026

Definition of qualifies

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The Juliette Bucket Bag features a durable pebbled leather exterior and a spacious interior that accommodates essentials like a phone, wallet, sunglasses, and a tablet, while a magnetic closure keeps belongings secure.

— Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Nov. 2026
Cap Ferret Prestige Suite, the largest of all, comfortably accommodates four thanks to a sleeper sofa and offers fantastic views of the village and Arcachon Bay.

— Kasia Dietz, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2026

Definition of accommodates

Verb

Though the Orcs start to retreat, Galadriel, thanks to some help from her Ring, knows their troubles aren’t yet over and prepares her troops for a second wave of attack.

— Keith Phipps, Vulture, 11 Nov. 2026
South Florida Sun Sentinel columnist Chris Perkins and reporter David Furones break down the Miami Dolphins at the season’s midpoint as trade deadline day passes and the team prepares for a winnable Week 10 matchup against the Indianapolis Colts.

— Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 11 Nov. 2026

Definition of prepares

Noun

Powerful storms, intense winds, Arctic air, and even bursts of warmth all play a role in creating the complex weather pattern the region experiences.

— Ahmad Bajjey, CBS News, 10 Nov. 2026
Like most things in life, the key to being a better reader is likely small, regular doses, rather than sudden intense bursts pegged to major news events.

— Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2026