noun

suitability

suitability, appropriateness, fitness

They questioned his suitability for the job.

They questioned his suitability for the job.

suitability ((for sth.)) suitability for a purpose or role They questioned his suitability for the job.

Synonyms: appropriateness, fitness, eligibility; Antonyms: unsuitability, inappropriateness

From 'suitable' + '-ity', a suffix forming nouns of quality or condition. 'Suitable' comes from 'suit' (to be appropriate for).

Think of a 'suit' that 'fits' well. The 'suitability' is how well it fits the situation or role.

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