English Explanatory Dictionary

aptness

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Suitability; the quality of being apt or suitable.
  2. Disposition of the mind; propensity.
  3. Speed or readiness in learning; docility.
  4. Proneness; tendency.

Pronunciation

/ˈæptnəs/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Mélange a trois-aptness.wav

Word forms

aptness aptnesses

Etymology

From apt + -ness.

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