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Definition of aptness

aptness

/ˈæpt.nəs/
apt · ness
Adverb:aptly
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Adjective:apt
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aptness Lexical Profile

aptness Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The quality of being appropriate, suitable, or well-fitted to a particular situation or purpose.

Example

"Everyone at the literary conference praised the aptness of her metaphor."

2

A natural tendency, inclination, or likelihood to do something or act in a certain way.

Example

"The material was chosen for its durability and its aptness to resist corrosion in marine environments."

3

Quickness in learning and understanding; natural ability or readiness to grasp concepts.

Example

"From an early age, the student demonstrated an extraordinary aptness for mathematics and music."

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• Rhymes for aptness

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English from the adjective 'apt' (from Latin 'aptus', meaning fitted or suited) combined with the Old English noun-forming suffix '-ness'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Aptness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/aptness
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