apt
/æpt/
Group 15Difficulty 1/3
Definition
- (adjective)
- Appropriate or suitable in the circumstances; having a tendency to do something GRE
Example in Context
The metaphor of a ship navigating stormy waters was particularly apt for describing the company's turbulent restructuring.
Synonyms
suitableappropriatefitting
Etymology
Fitting or suitable for the circumstances.
- aptus (Latin) — fit
Memory Aid
🧩Sounds like “apt”
You're so APT at puzzles, you can fit every piece in like a Tetris master!
Visual Association
✅A perfect match of puzzle pieces coming together effortlessly, illustrating suitability.
Semantic Clusters
Synonym Groups
Frequently Asked Questions
What does “apt” mean on the GRE?
apt (adjective) means “Appropriate or suitable in the circumstances; having a tendency to do something”. The metaphor of a ship navigating stormy waters was particularly apt for describing the company's turbulent restructuring.
How to remember “apt” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “apt” sounds like “apt”. You're so APT at puzzles, you can fit every piece in like a Tetris master!
What are synonyms for “apt”?
Common synonyms: suitable, appropriate, fitting.