1
as in properly
in a manner suitable for the occasion or purpose
tried to appear suitably amused by his well-intentioned anecdote
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2
as in enough
in or to a degree or quantity that meets one's requirements or satisfaction
I need someone who's suitably versed in computers to help me decide what to buy
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Recent Examples of suitably
There is a lot riding on all involved improving a situation best described as chaotic and perhaps most suitably described as unwarranted.
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Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 19 June 2026
Wayne Randazzo and Mark Gubicza were suitably respectful of the team.
—Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2026
It was originally finished in Grecian White, but has been repainted in a suitably slick black.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 4 June 2026
The effect feels modern, distinctive and suitably premium.
—Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Now the town finally has a suitably wonderful place to stay.
—Mary Lussiana, Air Mail, 30 May 2026
Mixologist Giuseppe Atteo conjures up suitably fruity and herbivorous cocktails at the pale marble bar, themed for the seasons.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 May 2026
The ultimate aim of Chinese officials is to present their leader in the best possible light, while making their guest feel suitably respected.
—Sylvie Zhuang, CNN Money, 13 May 2026
This saucy, yet still suitably operatic interpretation, however, deserves more than such faint praise.
—Jon O'Brien, IndieWire, 8 May 2026
Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 19 June 2026
Wayne Randazzo and Mark Gubicza were suitably respectful of the team.
—Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2026
It was originally finished in Grecian White, but has been repainted in a suitably slick black.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 4 June 2026
The effect feels modern, distinctive and suitably premium.
—Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Now the town finally has a suitably wonderful place to stay.
—Mary Lussiana, Air Mail, 30 May 2026
Mixologist Giuseppe Atteo conjures up suitably fruity and herbivorous cocktails at the pale marble bar, themed for the seasons.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 May 2026
The ultimate aim of Chinese officials is to present their leader in the best possible light, while making their guest feel suitably respected.
—Sylvie Zhuang, CNN Money, 13 May 2026
This saucy, yet still suitably operatic interpretation, however, deserves more than such faint praise.
—Jon O'Brien, IndieWire, 8 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for suitably
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Adcock manages child safety seat inspection events and training across Northern Indiana, aimed at helping parents ensure their car seats are properly installed and that their children are safe.—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2026
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Getty Images for Ascot Racecourse The highly agile Getty shooter Alan Crowhurst has done us a great favor by bringing concrete cloakroom evidence of the many social and administrative challenges that the (famous) Royal Ascot costume edicts require in order to be properly met.—
Guy Martin,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
Adverb
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Jace and his steed climbed free, high into the sky, just long enough for American viewers to have a quick bathroom break.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA Today,
22 June 2026
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The La Roja boss didn’t react quickly enough to the situation, instead opting for more of the same after the halftime break – rightly or wrongly relying on his mainstay players who largely brought him to this point – and didn’t change anyone until the 71st minute.—
Patrick Sung Cuadrado,
CNN Money,
21 June 2026
Adverb
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Players must match the circles to the correct side while also clicking their controller correctly.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Back in 1996, Darling observed, correctly, that a good ranking in the Extel survey could add thousands to an analyst’s salary.—
Ian King,
CNBC,
17 June 2026
Adverb
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But until storage, grid flexibility, and firm low-carbon capacity scale sufficiently to cover peak demand and periods of low wind or hydro output, coal will continue to serve as the system’s fallback.—
Gaurav Sharma,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
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The state does not sufficiently fund services for people who become addicted to gambling via the sports-betting apps on their phones, mental health experts say, and there are not enough therapists trained to treat gambling addiction.—
Noelle Phillips,
Denver Post,
18 June 2026
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The sequel recently premiered, appropriately enough, in London.—
Stewart Clarke,
Deadline,
16 June 2026
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Fit Select a dog cooling collar that will fit your pet appropriately.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
15 June 2026
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The second conclusion from the report stated that the camp was not adequately prepared for last year's storm, even though the National Weather Service had earlier issued severe weather alerts before July 4, 2025.—
David Chiu,
PEOPLE,
20 June 2026
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Property owners say the city has failed to adequately provide services to keep the area clean and their employees safe.—
Alejandra Molina,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
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“Suitably.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suitably. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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