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ap·ti·tude (ap′tə to̵̅o̅d′, -tyo̵̅o̅d′)

noun

  1. the quality of being apt or appropriate; fitness
  2. a natural tendency or inclination
  3. a natural ability or talent
  4. quickness to learn or understand

Etymology: ME < LL aptitudo < L aptus: see apt

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aptitude Synonyms

aptitude

n.

  1. Inclination

    bent, tendency, propensity; see inclination 1.

  2. Natural ability

    capacity, talent, gift, quickness; see ability 1, talent 1. See syn. study at talent.


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aptitude Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • demonstrate: He has demonstrated a great aptitude for carpentry skills.

Preposition: for

  • mathematics: There he quickly showed an aptitude for mathematics and science.

Adjective modifier

  • scholastic: Scholastic Aptitude Test Scholastic Aptitude Test ( SAT ) The SAT is a test that is quite challenging.

Modifies a noun

  • test: Phonics aptitude test section created by expert reading.. .

Noun used with modifier

  • math: Learn about the importance of verbal reasoning, technical aptitude, mechanical aptitude and math aptitude.
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