Definitions for apt



Overview of adj apt

The adj apt has 4 senses? (first 1 from tagged texts)
1. (0) apt, disposed, given, minded, tending

((usually followed by `to') naturally disposed toward; "he is apt to ignore matters he considers unimportant"; "I am not minded to answer any questions")

2. apt, liable

(at risk of or subject to experiencing something usually unpleasant; "he is apt to lose"; "she is liable to forget")

3. apt, clever

(mentally quick and resourceful; "an apt pupil"; "you are a clever man...you reason well and your wit is bold"-Bram Stoker)

4. apposite, apt, pertinent

(being of striking appropriateness and pertinence; "the successful copywriter is a master of apposite and evocative verbal images"; "an apt reply")

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