English dictionary
apt
/&/pt/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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Fit or fitted; suited; suitable; appropriate.
Source: webster1913
adjective satellite
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(usually followed by `to') naturally disposed toward
ExamplesHe is apt to ignore matters he considers unimportant.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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at risk of or subject to experiencing something usually unpleasant
ExamplesHe is apt to lose.
Synonyms liableSource: WordNet 3.0
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mentally quick and resourceful
ExamplesAn apt pupil.
Synonyms cleverSource: WordNet 3.0
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being of striking appropriateness and pertinence
ExamplesAn apt reply.
Source: WordNet 3.0
verb
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To fit; to suit; to adapt.
Source: webster1913