C1 adjective Neutre

apt

/æpt/

Describes something that is appropriate, suitable, or fitting for a particular purpose or situation. It can also refer to a person who has a natural tendency to do something or is quick to learn.

Exemples

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1

That was an apt description of the weather today.

That was a very fitting way to describe the current weather.

2

The candidate proved to be an apt choice for the demanding role.

The applicant turned out to be a suitable selection for the difficult job.

3

He's apt to get a bit grumpy when he hasn't had enough sleep.

He has a tendency to become irritable if he is tired.

Famille de mots

Nom
aptness
Adverbe
aptly
Adjectif
apt
Apparenté
aptitude
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Astuce mémo

Think of the word 'Adapt'. If something is 'APT', it fits so well that you don't need to 'ADAPT' it.

Quiz rapide

The nickname 'Speedy' was very _____ for the fastest runner on the team.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : apt

Exemples

1

That was an apt description of the weather today.

everyday

That was a very fitting way to describe the current weather.

2

The candidate proved to be an apt choice for the demanding role.

formal

The applicant turned out to be a suitable selection for the difficult job.

3

He's apt to get a bit grumpy when he hasn't had enough sleep.

informal

He has a tendency to become irritable if he is tired.

4

The author uses an apt metaphor to illustrate the protagonist's internal conflict.

academic

The writer employs a relevant comparison to show the character's inner struggle.

5

The consultant provided an apt analysis of the company's financial risks.

business

The advisor gave a highly appropriate evaluation of the firm's monetary dangers.

Famille de mots

Nom
aptness
Adverbe
aptly
Adjectif
apt
Apparenté
aptitude

Collocations courantes

apt description a very fitting explanation
be apt to to have a tendency to
apt pupil a student who learns quickly
apt remark a relevant or timely comment
highly apt extremely suitable

Phrases Courantes

apt to do something

likely to do something

an apt student

someone who is naturally talented at learning

aptly named

having a name that perfectly suits the person or thing

Souvent confondu avec

apt vs adept

Adept means highly skilled at something, while apt means suitable or likely.

apt vs adapt

Adapt is a verb meaning to change or adjust, whereas apt is an adjective.

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Notes d'usage

Use 'apt' when you want to emphasize that a word or choice fits a situation perfectly. When describing people, 'apt to' describes a habitual tendency.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners often use 'adept' when they mean 'apt'. Remember that 'apt' is about the 'fit' of an idea, while 'adept' is about a person's skill level.

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Astuce mémo

Think of the word 'Adapt'. If something is 'APT', it fits so well that you don't need to 'ADAPT' it.

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Origine du mot

From the Latin 'aptus', meaning 'fitted, suited, or fastened'.

Modèles grammaticaux

Used before a noun (an apt metaphor) Used with the 'to + infinitive' structure (apt to forget) Can be modified by adverbs like 'extremely' or 'highly'

Quiz rapide

The nickname 'Speedy' was very _____ for the fastest runner on the team.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : apt

Mots lis

inautoency

C1

Describing a state of being incapable of self-initiated action or lacking independent agency. It refers to systems, behaviors, or individuals that remain passive and require an external trigger or command to function.

ancarny

C1

Relating to deep, ancient instincts or primal physical sensations that evoke a sense of mystery or unsettling familiarity. It describes behaviors or feelings that seem to be inherited from prehistoric ancestors and manifest in modern contexts.

tripendward

C1

Describing a trajectory, movement, or orientation directed toward a three-fold suspension or a point supported by three distinct anchors. It characterizes an object or path that leans toward a junction where three entities or supports meet.

synacrness

C1

Describing a quality of simultaneous acute precision and synchronized coordination. It refers to the state where multiple sharp or intense elements occur at once with perfect alignment.

unmalance

C1

A state of persistent or structural lack of equilibrium, specifically when this lack of balance leads to a detrimental or inefficient outcome. It is often used in technical or test-specific environments to describe systems where the distribution of elements is intentionally or erroneously skewed.

comtermness

C1

To engage in the process of establishing common terminology or shared linguistic understanding within a specific group. It involves negotiating and refining definitions to ensure all parties are aligned on technical concepts.

semifinism

C1

Relating to a state of partial completion or an intermediate stage in a process where a final goal is reached in function but not in form. It describes something that is operational yet lacks the definitive polish or finality of a completed work.

revaltion

C1

A revelation is the act of revealing or disclosing a surprising and previously unknown fact, especially one that is made in a dramatic way. It can also refer to a divine or supernatural disclosure of information to humanity.

bifugcy

C1

To divide or branch into two distinct, often divergent paths or outcomes, typically used in contexts involving complex decision-making or evolutionary processes. It implies a definitive split where the resulting entities develop independently and no longer overlap.

intravictship

C1

Describing the internal relations, dynamics, or psychological states that exist within a group sharing a common victory or high-status achievement. It refers specifically to the nuances of interaction between members who are part of the same successful collective.

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