suitable
Definitions
Right or appropriate for a particular person, purpose, or situation
合适的；适当的；恰当的
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedsuit (to match, be right for) + -able (able to) = 'able to match the purpose,' i.e. fitting. From the verb's abstract sense — something that suits a need — comes the adjective for anything appropriate to its purpose.
Root suit still carries 7 more wordsUsage Guide
Followed by 'for' (a person/purpose) or 'to' (a situation): suitable for children, suitable for the job, suitable to the occasion. 'for' is by far the more common.
Example Sentences
- 1.
This film is not suitable for young children.
- 2.
We are still looking for a suitable candidate for the role.
- 3.
Choose clothing suitable to the weather.
Synonym Comparison
- suitable — fits the purpose or situation; neutral, very common
- appropriate — fits social norms or what is proper: appropriate behavior
- fitting — fits in a graceful, almost poetic way: a fitting tribute
- proper — correct by rule or convention: the proper procedure
- apt — well-suited and clever, often of words/remarks: an apt description