suited — right or appropriate for a particular purpose or situation
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: right or appropriate for a particular purpose or situation
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsuːtɪd/
Example Sentences
- He's perfectly suited for the role of a villain - he already looks scary without makeup!
- This quiet environment is well suited to studying.
- My grandmother thinks flip-flops are suited for the beach, not for wedding ceremonies.
suited
ADJECTIVE[/ˈsuːtɪd/]
right or appropriate for a particular purpose or situation
This quiet cabin by the lake is perfectly suited for a writer seeking inspiration.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word 'suited' derives from Middle French 'sute' (to follow, to suit), which entered English and evolved to mean 'well-matched' or 'appropriate'. The metaphorical sense developed from the notion of clothing fitting the body perfectly to describe any situation or person that matches requirements harmoniously.
Breakdown
suit (to be appropriate or match) + -ed (past participle suffix indicating a completed state or condition). The base 'suit' itself comes from Middle French 'sute', meaning to follow or be suited to someone or something.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“He's perfectly suited for the role of a villain - he already looks scary without makeup!”
“This quiet environment is well suited to studying.”
“My grandmother thinks flip-flops are suited for the beach, not for wedding ceremonies.”
“The software is particularly suited to small businesses.”
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