Definition Synonyms
Definition of suitable - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
qualityhaving the right qualities for a purpose
- This dress is suitable for the wedding.
2.
meets standardsmeeting the required standards
- The candidate is suitable for the position..
Expressions with suitable
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highly appropriate or perfect for a specific purpose
She is eminently suitable for the job.
work considered appropriate for a person’s skills health and circumstances
The agency helped him search for suitable employment after his injury.
Origin of suitable
Latin, suus (one's own) + habilis (able)
Terms with suitable included in their meaning
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drink
liquid suitable for drinking
most suitable
in a way that is better than all others
suitability
most suitable or desirable option
suitability
more suitable or advantageous
formal wear
clothing suitable for a formal occasion
suitability
suitable or efficient for a purpose
appropriate
perfectly suitable or fit for purpose
diet
relating to or suitable for vegetarians
inclusive events
suitable for people of every age group
suitability
suitable or beneficial for a purpose or person
environment
water suitable for drinking
adjust space
make something suitable for a particular space or arrangement
decision
option that is favorable or suitable
purpose suitability
useful or suitable for a specific purpose
rough terrains
bicycle suitable for rough terrains
planning
make ready or suitable in advance for a specific purpose or event
choice
perfect or most suitable choice
unsuitable
not suitable or fitting for a purpose
suitability
suitable moment for something
evening
used to describe something suitable for nighttime
suitability
suitable or fitting for a particular purpose
travel gear
suitable for sleeping outside, often in a tent
suitability
suitable for one's needs or purpose
timing
occurring at a suitable time
Examples of suitable in a sentence
The book is suitable for young readers. This dress is suitable for the event. He found a suitable place to live.
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- French:approprié, ...
- German:geeignet, ...
- Italian:adatto, ...
- Spanish:apropiado, ...
- Portuguese:adequado, apto, ...
- Chinese:适合的, 符合要求的, ...
- Japanese:適した, 適任, ...
- Arabic:مُناسِب, مُطابِق, ...
- Hebrew:מַתְאִים, ...
- Russian:подходящий, ...
- Ukrainian:підходящий, ...
- Hindi:उपयुक्त, योग्य, ...
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