as in appropriateness
the quality or state of being especially suitable or fitting
the suitability of the accommodations will ultimately depend on whether they're accessible for someone in a wheelchair
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as in qualified
having the required skills for an acceptable level of performance
with only one suitable candidate it's not difficult to decide for whom to vote
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as in appropriate
meeting the requirements of a purpose or situation
I don't have anything suitable to wear to a bar mitzvah
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Recent Examples of suitability
Jase Parnell-Brookes, Space.com, 30 Nov. 2025
The 1988 action classic starring her husband as reluctant hero John McClane is essential Yuletide viewing for the Willis clan, regardless of any arguments over the film's suitability for the season.
—Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Nov. 2025
Chris Waugh, New York Times, 13 Jan. 2026
That one was safely released into a suitable habitat nearby, a spokesperson for the organization previously told PEOPLE.
—Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 13 Jan. 2026
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Noun
However, when considering its suitability to beginners, this telescope is impressive, especially for its even cheaper price point over Black Friday weekend.
—Jase Parnell-Brookes, Space.com, 30 Nov. 2025
The 1988 action classic starring her husband as reluctant hero John McClane is essential Yuletide viewing for the Willis clan, regardless of any arguments over the film's suitability for the season.
—Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Nov. 2025
Adjective
Whether loans become an option later in the window, should the defensive-injury situation not relent and a suitable-and-attainable permanent target cannot be identified, is unclear.
—Chris Waugh, New York Times, 13 Jan. 2026
That one was safely released into a suitable habitat nearby, a spokesperson for the organization previously told PEOPLE.
—Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 13 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for suitability
Noun
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Age appropriateness matters, Gobet cautions.—
Clarissa Brincat,
Popular Science,
8 Jan. 2026
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An argument over the appropriateness of the scene between Chase and Brown allegedly included an utterance of the N-word by Chase, which led to Brown storming off the set.—
Seth Abramovitch,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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Together, the buildings will have 370 studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments and six live-work condominiums, with 10% of the apartments reserved as affordable housing for qualified tenants.—
Phil Diehl,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Jan. 2026
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Despite the severity of her case, Sarah says she was forced to wait a week to undergo the surgery since most of the local doctors qualified to perform the procedure happened to be out of the country for a convention.—
Abigail Adams,
PEOPLE,
16 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The result is a chic, vacation-appropriate alternative that travels beautifully.—
Gabrielle Porcaro,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Jan. 2026
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This is not meant to provide Nix with an excuse, but an appropriate frame of reference.—
Troy Renck The Denver Post,
Arkansas Online,
10 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Usmanov’s defense team had challenged the allegations about his ties to the companies and valuables and the applicability of EU law in the case.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Jan. 2026
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To the extent that a reader has any questions regarding the applicability of any specific issue discussed above to his/her individual situation, he/she is encouraged to consult with the professional advisor of his/her choosing, including a tax advisor and/or attorney.—
Steve Hruby,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
29 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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In the first half, the defensive activity and competitive spirit were far better against the league’s best team, a night after Miami came up woefully short in both of those areas against the league’s worst team.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
12 Jan. 2026
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Despite being given three power plays in the first, the B’s were not good at all on the man advantage.—
Steve Conroy,
Boston Herald,
12 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The gem is Kate’s birthstone, and is said to symbolize inner strength and healing—a fitting reflection of the Princess’s past few years.—
Stephanie Bridger-Linning,
Glamour,
15 Jan. 2026
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The timing felt especially fitting, with The Devil Wears Prada 2 set to be released this year.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
15 Jan. 2026
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And as luxury brands seek relevance beyond product in an era of tighter spending and audience fatigue, food offers a medium that feels more accessible and emotionally resonant to a broader consumer.—
Amy Francombe,
Vogue,
14 Jan. 2026
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The event typically gathers about 100 attendees, many with strong social media followings, who use their digital platforms to amplify it and spread the word on the relevance of tailoring today.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
13 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The new approach moves beyond linear models by using Gaussian process regression, a technique capable of mapping complex nonlinear relationships with limited data.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Jan. 2026
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Revolution requires the alignment of institutions capable of challenging state authority—and right now, that alignment doesn’t exist in Iran.—
Narges Bajoghli,
Time,
13 Jan. 2026
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“Suitability.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suitability. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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