apt
Translation
suitable, appropriate, likely, quick to learn
Examples
That was a very apt description of the situation.
That was a very apt description of the situation.
He is apt to be forgetful.
He is apt to be forgetful.
Grammar Patterns
((be)) apt ((for sth.)) to be suitable for (sth.) That was an apt comment for the occasion.
((be)) apt ((to-inf)) to be likely to do (sth.) He is apt to forget his keys.
Similar Words
Synonyms: suitable, appropriate, fitting; Antonyms: inappropriate, unsuitable
Etymology
From Latin 'aptus' meaning 'fitted, joined'.
Memory Tips
An 'apt' comment is one that 'adapts' perfectly to the situation.