fitting

1 of 2

adjective

fit·​ting ˈfi-tiŋ How to pronounce fitting (audio)
: of a kind appropriate to the situation : suitable
fittingly adverb
fittingness noun

fitting

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noun

1
: an action or act of one that fits
specifically : a trying on of clothes which are in the process of being made or altered
2
: something used in fitting up : accessory
3
: a small often standardized part
an electrical fitting
Choose the Right Synonym for fitting

fit, suitable, meet, proper, appropriate, fitting, apt, happy, felicitous mean right with respect to some end, need, use, or circumstance.

fit stresses adaptability and sometimes special readiness for use or action.

fit for battle

suitable implies an answering to requirements or demands.

clothes suitable for camping

meet suggests a just proportioning.

meet payment

proper suggests a suitability through essential nature or accordance with custom.

proper acknowledgement

appropriate implies eminent or distinctive fitness.

an appropriate gift

fitting implies harmony of mood or tone.

a fitting end

apt connotes a fitness marked by nicety and discrimination.

apt quotations

happy suggests what is effectively or successfully appropriate.

a happy choice of words

felicitous suggests an aptness that is opportune, telling, or graceful.

a felicitous phrase

Examples of fitting in a Sentence

Adjective It was a fitting end to their rivalry. it is only fitting that you should be the one to take her back to the airport since she flew out to see you Noun I have a fitting for my wedding dress this afternoon.
Recent Examples on the Web
Adjective
This celebration of women also just so happens to coincide with Barbie's own 65th birthday, which is March 9 — a fitting way to honor women this whole week. Hedy Phillips, Peoplemag, 6 Mar. 2024 Both episodes brought an era of Community to a fitting conclusion. Chancellor Agard, EW.com, 6 Mar. 2024 Arcturus is Greek for 'bear guard,' which is fitting because it's located in line with the tail of the constellation Ursa Major, or great bear. Elizabeth Gamillo, Discover Magazine, 5 Mar. 2024 Tesla Roadster — 250+ MPH (Claimed) Elon Musk launched Tesla with a coupe, so this electric Roadster is a fitting return to his roots. Sean Evans, Robb Report, 5 Mar. 2024 This was key to the group’s success, because its specialty was fitting secret compartments in passenger buses, such as those travelling from Iguala to Chicago. Alma Guillermoprieto, The New Yorker, 4 Mar. 2024 As part of the strategy, Macy's aims to upgrade its remaining 350 stores, with plans to add more salespeople to fitting areas and shoe departments, while adding more visual displays like mannequins. Anne D'innocenzio, Quartz, 27 Feb. 2024 Known for its over-the-top, fantasy-esque nature entirely fitting for its address at 1979 Milky Way in Verona, Wis., Epic’s headquarters is quite literally a Wisconsin state attraction. Seth Joseph, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2024 After just one game, the newcomer is already fitting in. Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 25 Feb. 2024
Noun
Her former world, filled with fittings with Hollywood stars and fits from fashion assistants and lots of capital-F Fashion!, was chronicled on her 2008-2013 reality show The Rachel Zoe Project, which also encapsulated a look, a time, and, well, vibe from the mid-aughts. Jason Sheeler, Peoplemag, 9 Mar. 2024 The windows on the bridge—the owner’s favorite place on board—have been replaced, yet remain in keeping with the original glass and brass fittings. Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 14 Feb. 2024 During the fittings process, the duo often looks for designs that strike the right balance between classic and contemporary. Christian Allaire, Vogue, 29 Jan. 2024 The plugs are supposed to be held in place by secure bolts and stop fittings. Stephen Stock, Amy Corral, CBS News, 11 Jan. 2024 On his white desk, next to a human skull, are pictures from a recent fitting of his next men’s collection. Nick Haramis Ola Rindal Dogukan Nesanir, New York Times, 16 Feb. 2024 They will then be transported for final fitting at their location in Maryland. Sherry Greenfield, Baltimore Sun, 2 Feb. 2024 No expense was spared when selecting finishes, fittings, and fixtures. Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 15 Feb. 2024 She’s already done all of her fittings for the DC character’s suit and tried on her signature helmet. Angelique Jackson, Variety, 13 Feb. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Noun

1607, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of fitting was in the 15th century

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Cite this Entry

“Fitting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fitting. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

fitting

1 of 2 adjective
fit·​ting
ˈfit-iŋ
: appropriate entry 2, suitable
a fitting gift
fittingly adverb
fittingness noun

fitting

2 of 2 noun
1
: a trying on of clothes being made or altered
2
: a small accessory part
a pipe fitting

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