Suited: meaning, definitions and examples

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suited

 

[ ˈsuːtɪd ]

Adjective / Verb
Context #1 | Adjective

personal fit

Suited means being appropriate or fitting for a particular purpose or situation. It implies that something is well-matched or compatible with its context or intended use.

Synonyms

appropriate, compatible, fitting, suitable, well-matched

Examples of usage

  • This outfit is suited for a formal event.
  • She is well-suited for this job.
  • He found a location that was suited for the picnic.
  • The course is suited to beginners.
Context #2 | Verb

matching

Suited, as a verb, relates to the act of making something appropriate or fitting for a specific purpose. It denotes the process of adapting or changing to meet requirements.

Synonyms

adapted, adjusted, modified, tailored

Examples of usage

  • They suited the plan to fit our needs.
  • He suited his presentation for the audience.
  • The policy was suited to meet the new regulations.

Translations

Translations of the word "suited" in other languages:

🇵🇹 adequado

🇮🇳 उपयुक्त

🇩🇪 geeignet

🇮🇩 cocok

🇺🇦 підходящий

🇵🇱 odpowiedni

🇯🇵 適した

🇫🇷 approprié

🇪🇸 apropiado

🇹🇷 uygun

🇰🇷 적합한

🇸🇦 مناسب

🇨🇿 vhodný

🇸🇰 vhodný

🇨🇳 合适的

🇸🇮 primeren

🇮🇸 viðeigandi

🇰🇿 лайықты

🇬🇪 შესაბამისი

🇦🇿 uyğun

🇲🇽 apropiado

Etymology

The word 'suited' originates from the Old French word 'suiter', which means 'to follow or pursue'. This term was derived from the Latin word 'seqūī', meaning 'to follow'. Over time, the term evolved to refer not only to the action of following but also to the fitting or appropriateness of something to a given context. The use of 'suited' as an adjective implying compatibility or appropriateness became widespread in the English language and is now commonly used in various contexts, particularly regarding clothing, careers, and other situations where fit and compatibility are essential. As language evolved, the importance of being suited to a role or task has been emphasized, reflecting societal values of adaptability and match in all aspects of life.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,231, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.