Need another word that means the same as “apt”? Find 32 synonyms and 30 related words for “apt” in this overview.
The synonyms of “Apt” are: apposite, pertinent, disposed, given, minded, tending, clever, liable, suitable, fitting, appropriate, befitting, relevant, felicitous, congruous, fit, applicable, judicious, apropos, inclined, likely, predisposed, prone, ready, subject, capable, quick, bright, sharp, quick to learn, smart, intelligent
According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “apt” as an adjective can have the following definitions:
applicable | Capable of being applied; having relevance. Gave applicable examples to support her argument. |
apposite | Apt in the circumstances or in relation to something. The successful copywriter is a master of apposite and evocative verbal images. |
appropriate | Suitable or proper in the circumstances. This isn t the appropriate time or place. |
apropos | Of an appropriate or pertinent nature. The composer s reference to child s play is apropos. |
befitting | Appropriate to. A country which can run the prestigious tournament in a befitting manner. |
bright | Not made dim or less bright. Her bright dark eyes. |
capable | Possibly accepting or permitting. The aircraft is capable of flying 5 000 miles non stop. |
clever | Mentally quick and resourceful. Joe had a feeling it wasn t too clever leaving Dolly alone. |
congruous | In agreement or harmony. This explanation is congruous with earlier observations. |
disposed | Usually followed by to naturally disposed toward. James didn t seem disposed to take the hint. |
felicitous | Pleasing and fortunate. The view was the room s only felicitous feature. |
fit | Having the requisite qualities or skills to undertake something competently. Keeps fit with diet and exercise. |
fitting | Being precisely fitting and right. A fitting reward. |
given | Inclined or disposed to. She was not often given to anger. |
inclined | At an angle to the horizontal or vertical position. An inclined ramp. |
intelligent | (of a computer terminal) incorporating a microprocessor and having its own processing capability. Anna is intelligent and hard working. |
judicious | Having, showing, or done with good judgement or sense. The judicious use of public investment. |
liable | Subject to legal action. Liable to criminal charges. |
likely | Likely but not certain to be or become true or real. She is likely to forget. |
minded | Naturally disposed toward. I am not minded to answer any questions. |
pertinent | Relevant or applicable to a particular matter; apposite. Practitioners must consider all factors pertinent to a situation. |
predisposed | Made susceptible. Because of conditions in the mine miners are predisposed to lung disease. |
prone | With a downward slope or direction. A child prone to mischief. |
quick | Moving quickly and lightly. A quick temper. |
quick to learn | Performed with little or no delay. |
ready | Completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress. Could you have the list ready by this afternoon. |
relevant | Closely connected or appropriate to what is being done or considered. Critics may find themselves unable to stay relevant in a changing world. |
sharp | Of a key having a sharp or sharps in the signature. Sharp criticism. |
smart | (of a place) fashionable and upmarket. You look very smart. |
subject | Possibly accepting or permitting. Subject peoples. |
suitable | Right or appropriate for a particular person, purpose, or situation. These toys are not suitable for children under five. |
tending | (usually followed by `to’) naturally disposed toward. |
acknowledgement | The action of showing that one has noticed someone or something. She seems to avoid much in the way of recognition or acknowledgement of feminist work prior to her own. |
adept | Very skilled or proficient at something. Adept in handicrafts. |
affordable | Inexpensive; reasonably priced. Affordable homes. |
applicable | Capable of being applied; having relevance. Gave applicable examples to support her argument. |
apposite | Apt in the circumstances or in relation to something. The successful copywriter is a master of apposite and evocative verbal images. |
appropriate | Suitable for a particular person or place or condition etc. The accused had appropriated the property. |
apropos | Introducing a different topic. The song feels apropos to a midnight jaunt. |
befitting | Appropriate to the occasion. A country which can run the prestigious tournament in a befitting manner. |
blandness | Lacking any distinctive or interesting taste property. The overall blandness of his performance. |
congruous | Corresponding in character or kind. This explanation is congruous with earlier observations. |
disposed | Usually followed by to naturally disposed toward. James didn t seem disposed to take the hint. |
fain | In a willing manner. I would fain do it. |
felicitous | Well chosen or suited to the circumstances. A felicitous phrase. |
gladly | With pleasure or gratitude; happily. She offered me a lift and I gladly accepted. |
inclined | Having made preparations. An inclined ramp. |
licit | Sanctioned by custom or morality especially sexual morality. Usage patterns differ between licit and illicit drugs. |
likely | Likely but not certain to be or become true or real. A likely result. |
opportune | (of a time) especially convenient or appropriate for a particular action or event. He couldn t have arrived at a less opportune moment. |
pertinence | Relevance by virtue of being applicable to the matter at hand. |
pertinent | Relevant or applicable to a particular matter; apposite. A list of articles pertinent to the discussion. |
prone | Lying face downward. He was written off by many as too injury prone. |
proper | Belonging to oneself or itself; own. Proper medical treatment. |
properly | Thoroughly; completely. Please do your job properly. |
punctual | Acting or arriving or performed exactly at the time appointed. She expected guests to be punctual at meals. |
ready | Make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use event etc. A ready source of cash. |
relevance | The quality or state of being closely connected or appropriate. This film has contemporary relevance. |
relevant | Having a bearing on or connection with the subject at issue. Her films are relevant for feminists today. |
rightness | The quality or state of being true or correct as a fact. They are convinced of the rightness of their theories. |
seemly | According with custom or propriety. I felt it was not seemly to observe too closely. |
timely | Before a time limit expires. With timely treatment the patient has a good chance of recovery. |
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