suited
Americanadjective
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appropriate for or compatible with a particular person, task, occasion, etc.; fitted.
A good writer chooses a prose style suited to the subject.
Parents can decide whether the program is suited for their child.
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wearing a suit, especially of a specified kind or color (often used in combination).
At the negotiating table sat a gray-suited executive from the other company.
Who do you think the jury will believe—the suited detective, or the revolutionary anarchist?
verb
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Etymology
Origin of suited
First recorded in 1615–25; suit + -ed 2 for the adjective senses; suit + -ed 1 ( def. ) for the verb sense
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Example Sentences
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“The home showcases a collection of reclaimed light fixtures, rich natural materials, and architectural details that evoke the character of a refined wine-country retreat while remaining perfectly suited to Los Angeles living.”
From MarketWatch • Jun. 22, 2026
Neil McCann reckons a lone striker is the answer and suggests Lyndon Dykes is best suited to the role.
From BBC • Jun. 14, 2026
These pictures were ideally suited to Los Angeles: High-sheen, colorful, fully embracing joy—there was little not to like about them on the surface.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026
Best suited for: Users who value privacy and those seeking a trustworthy, no-cost VPN.
From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026
The nights were longer in the winter season, and that suited Duane as well, because it meant nap times could go on for longer.
From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el
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