Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

apposite

Adjective
/ˈæp.ə.zɪt/
Definition
Highly relevant or appropriate to a particular situation or context.
Examples
  • The teacher provided an apposite example to illustrate the concept.
  • Her comments were apposite and added great value to the discussion.
  • In a legal context, the cited case was apposite to the issue at hand.
Meaning
The term describes something that is suitable and fitting for the circumstances.
Synonyms
  • Relevant
  • Appropriate
  • Fitting
  • Pertinent
  • Suitable