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aptness

Noun CEFR B1
ˈæptnəs

Definitions

  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.

Equivalents

Françaisaptitude
DeutschEignung
Portuguêsaptidão
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Examples

“A regular supply⟳ of coking slack is sent from Durham to the Scunthorpe area, in view⟳ of its special aptness for steelmaking processes, [...].”
“the aptness of men to follow⟳ example”
“An aptness to learn⟳ is more observable in some children than in others.”
“the aptness of iron⟳ to rust”

CEFR level

B1
Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.
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