Apposite: meaning, definitions and examples

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apposite

 

[ หˆรฆpษ™zษชt ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

relevant situation

The term 'apposite' describes something that is appropriate and relevant to the situation at hand. It implies a sense of fittingness or suitability in relation to a particular topic, making it particularly useful in discussions, arguments, or analyses. Utilizing apposite examples or quotations can significantly enhance clarity and impact. In essence, when something is apposite, it complements or supports the primary subject effectively.

Synonyms

appropriate, fitting, pertinent, relevant, suitable.

Examples of usage

  • Her comments were apposite to the discussion on climate change.
  • He made an apposite reference during his presentation.
  • The apposite case studies helped illustrate the main points.
  • The apposite analogy clarified the complex theory.

Translations

Translations of the word "apposite" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น apropriado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค‰เคšเคฟเคค

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช passend

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ sesuai

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดะพั€ะตั‡ะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ stosowny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้ฉๅˆ‡ใช

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท applicable

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ apropiado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท uygun

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ ์ ˆํ•œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ู†ุงุณุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pล™รญhodnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ prรญhodnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅˆ้€‚็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ primerno

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ viรฐeigandi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะธั–ัั‚ั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒแƒกแƒแƒ แƒ’แƒ”แƒ‘แƒšแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ uyฤŸun

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ apropiado

Etymology

The word 'apposite' originates from the Latin term 'appositus', which means 'placed near'. This Latin term is derived from 'appลnere', meaning 'to place on or at'. The transformation from Latin into Middle English occurred during the late 15th century, gradually adopting the meaning of being 'suitable' or 'fitting' in relation to a specific context. Over the centuries, 'apposite' has maintained its connotation of relevance and appropriateness, becoming a valuable term in both everyday language and academic discourse. Its usage has been prominent in literature, emphasizing the importance of relevance in effective communication and argumentation.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,904, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.