apt
1 of 1adjective/æpt/
Forms:apter,aptest
1
suitable or appropriate in the circumstances
- The rainy weather was apt for staying indoors and reading.
- Sarah's organizational skills made her apt for the role of project manager.
- The team's flexibility made them apt at adapting to sudden changes.
- His experience in negotiation made him apt at resolving conflicts diplomatically.
- His apt response showed his deep understanding of the topic.
2
able to respond or understand quickly
- The apt student always had a clever remark ready in class.
- He was known for his apt humor, making everyone laugh with just a few words.
- The apt reply from the contestant impressed the judges.
- Her apt responses during the debate showed her sharp intellect.
- The comedian's apt remarks kept the audience engaged throughout the show.
3
having a natural tendency toward something
- She is apt to excel in mathematics due to her strong analytical skills.
- He is apt to forget things if he doesn't write them down.
- Children are apt to mimic the behaviors they observe in adults.
- The dog is apt to bark at strangers, being naturally protective of its home.
- He is apt to take on leadership roles, given his confident and assertive personality.