suitable

[soo-tuh-buhl]

adjective

1. such as to suit; appropriate; fitting; becoming.

   Synonyms: apt, seemly, befitting, proper

suitable

/ ˈsjuːt-, ˈsuːtəbəl /

adjective

1. appropriate; proper; fit

Other Word Forms

• suitability noun
• suitableness noun
• suitably adverb
• presuitable adjective
• presuitably adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of suitable¹

First recorded in 1505–15; suit + -able

Example Sentences

While ChatGPT quickly produced a list of suitable destinations in Spain and North Africa - Ms Hyde said she would still use a travel agent for bigger trips.

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An NHS spokesperson said all services were responsible for providing clear and suitable communication, with information methods that all patients could understand - including BSL.

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The end result is a high-protein powder that is essentially dairy, but which Verley says is suitable for vegans as no cows are involved.

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The Housing Executive acknowledged that the flat was not suitable but added there was a problem with housing supply across Northern Ireland.

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He says delays in other services like the NHS mean it can take longer to find someone suitable employment.

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Related Words

• advisable 
• applicable 
• apt 
• convenient 
• correct 
• fitting 
• good 
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• handy 
• proper 
• reasonable 
• relevant 
• satisfactory 
• sufficient 
• suited 
• useful