as in suitable
meeting the requirements of a purpose or situation
her personality is well fitted to a desk job
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as in corresponded
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 adjusted
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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as in equipped
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 prepared
to make ready in advance
I won't have time to fit the spare room for the guests
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Recent Examples of fitted
René Chávez Esparza, Glamour, 30 Mar. 2026
The same silver metallic fabric covered the fitted bodice, straight front panel and rounded hip panels.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 14 Mar. 2026
Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 10 June 2026
Travel in style in these high-rise trousers, which come in multiple lengths to fit petite, standard, or tall body types.
—Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 June 2026
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Adjective
To keep the outfit balanced, try a fitted top, a cropped jacket, and minimalist accessories.
—René Chávez Esparza, Glamour, 30 Mar. 2026
The same silver metallic fabric covered the fitted bodice, straight front panel and rounded hip panels.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 14 Mar. 2026
Verb
For shoes, Falconer fitted her in brown satin, open toe heels by Aleví Milano.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 10 June 2026
Travel in style in these high-rise trousers, which come in multiple lengths to fit petite, standard, or tall body types.
—Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fitted
Adjective
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Sand was delivered in eight truckloads on Wednesday, and then spread across the arena floor to build a sand court that is suitable for the world’s best beach volleyball players.—
Jason Stromberg,
Sun Sentinel,
11 June 2026
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The trial was repeatedly delayed because of difficulties finding suitable translators.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 June 2026
Verb
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He is entitled, dismissive and will go out of his way to say something cruel and condescending when nothing at all would have sufficed.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
29 Apr. 2026
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What sufficed for drama down the stretch was whether May’s team would join Jerry Tarkanian’s 1990 UNLV juggernaut as only the second team to hit triple digits at the Final Four in the modern era.—
Eddie Pells,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Apr. 2026
Verb
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BrightEdge found usage spikes that corresponded to major AI players launching their newest models.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
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The initiative confirmed that the number tracking device found on the dead animal corresponded with the one that had been attached to the whale, German news agency dpa reported.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 May 2026
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The Sparks adjusted to open the third quarter with six consecutive points.—
Marisa Ingemi,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
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Firefighters then switched into attacking the blaze and adjusted their on-scene resources to work on containment, Clay said.—
Cecilio Padilla,
CBS News,
8 June 2026
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Depending on the room, these are sometimes tucked behind glass walls that look over the bed—with blinds equipped for privacy—and across the room to the window view.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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The Adidas Trionda, the official match ball for the 2026 World Cup, is also equipped with a motion sensor chip that will track the ball's movement and send data to the VAR.—
Kierra Frazier,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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The center's restaurants and café have vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free items marked on their menus, and food allergies and special dietary needs will be accommodated as much as possible.—
Sara Tenenbaum,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
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Beginning in 1978 when the city started to build Reunion Arena, the city of Dallas accommodated both the Mavericks and Stars with buildings that became key pieces to its growing downtown landscape.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
3 June 2026
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Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin also said last week that his agency is prepared to facilitate trade and travel at the Gordie Howe International Bridge.—
Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
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The Ramona West End Fire Safe Council is presenting a Wildland Urban Interface Workshop to help residents get prepared for a wildfire.—
Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 June 2026
Adjective
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The cover is snug-fitting, sleek-feeling, and completely protective over my e-reader.—
Meaghan Kenny,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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The resulting design is a hybrid of textile innovation, a proprietary fitting system, and garment engineering for a piece that wraps around the body, giving a personalized support system to wearers.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
11 June 2026
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“Fitted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fitted. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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