suitable

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SUITABLE

This film contains language that is not suitable for children.

Synonyms and examples

appropriate

Is this film appropriate for young children?

apt

“Unusual”, yes, that’s a very apt description.

fitting

The promotion was a fitting reward for all his hard work.

right

I’m not sure that she’s the right person for the job.

perfect

It’s a perfect day for a picnic.

in keeping with

The antique desk was very much in keeping with the rest of the furniture in the room.

Antonyms and examples

unsuitable

The venue is unsuitable – far too small for our needs.

inappropriate

That sort of language is inappropriate in classroom discussions.

wrong

He’s the wrong person to ask about that.


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If someone or something is suitable, it is acceptable or satisfactory for some purpose.


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suitable | American Thesaurus

These are words and phrases related to suitable. Click on any word or phrase to go to its thesaurus page. Or,

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Is this gown suitable for such a fancy affair? The minister’s words were suitable to the sad occasion.

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Synonyms for suitable from Random House Roget’s College Thesaurus, Revised and Updated Edition © 2000 Random House, Inc.

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