aptitude

The definition of aptitude is a natural skill or talent.

(noun)

An example of someone with aptitude is a highly skilled young gymnast.

Aptitude is defined as a high level of intellect or a quickness to learn.

(noun)

An example of someone who possesses aptitude is a student who excels in math well beyond his grade level.

See aptitude in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

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

See aptitude in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

An inherent ability, as for learning; a talent: an aptitude for mathematics. See Synonyms at ability.
Archaic The condition or quality of being suitable; appropriateness.

Origin:

Origin: Middle English, tendency

Origin: , from Late Latin aptitūdō, aptitude

Origin: , from Latin aptus, apt; see apt

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