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aptness

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Aptness (noun) means the quality of being suitable or fitting for a purpose.

noun
1
The quality of being suitable or fitting for a purpose.
2
A natural leaning or tendency of the mind.
"the aptness of men to follow example"
3
Quickness and readiness at learning new things.
"An aptness to learn is more observable in some children than in others."
4
A tendency to do or be a particular thing.
"the aptness of iron to rust"
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appositeness propensity

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inaptness

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What is the meaning of aptness?
"aptness" (noun) means the quality of being suitable or fitting for a purpose.
What is another word for aptness?
Other words for "aptness" include appositeness, propensity.
What is the opposite of aptness?
The opposite of "aptness" is inaptness.
What are the different meanings of aptness?
"aptness" has 3 main meanings: 1. The quality of being suitable or fitting for a purpose; 2. A natural leaning or tendency of the mind; 3. Quickness and readiness at learning new things.

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