fittingness

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Word: Fittingness

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: Fittingness refers to the quality of being suitable or appropriate for a particular situation or purpose. It means that something fits well or is a good match for what is needed.

Usage Instructions:

• Use "fittingness" when you want to describe how well something is appropriate for a specific context or requirement.
• It is often used in formal writing or discussions, especially in contexts like job applications, clothing choices, or any situation where suitability is important.

Example Sentence:

• "The fittingness of her skills for the job was evident during the interview."

Advanced Usage:

In more complex discussions, "fittingness" can be examined in philosophical or theoretical contexts, such as in ethics, where one might discuss the fittingness of actions in relation to moral principles.

Word Variants:

• Fit (verb): To be suitable or appropriate.
• Fitted (adjective): Designed to fit closely or appropriately.
• Fitness (noun): The state of being fit; often used in terms of health or suitability.

Different Meaning:

While "fittingness" primarily refers to suitability, it can also imply a sense of elegance or grace in certain contexts, suggesting that something not only fits well but does so in a pleasing way.

Synonyms:

• Suitability
• Appropriateness
• Relevance
• Compatibility

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

• "Fit the bill": This idiom means to be exactly what is needed or suitable for a particular purpose.

  • Example: "She fits the bill perfectly for the role of team leader."

• "Fit in": This phrasal verb means to belong or be accepted in a particular group or situation.

Academic

Noun

1. the quality of being suitable
   • they had to prove their fitness for the position

Synonyms

• fitness