aptitude Meaning & Definition
/ˈæptɪˌtjuːd/
What Does Aptitude Mean?
Aptitude is a noun that means A natural ability to acquire knowledge or skill. It can also mean The condition of being suitable.
Word Facts for Aptitude
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈæptɪˌtjuːd/ |
| Synonyms | appropriateness, suitability and knack |
| Antonyms | inaptitude |
| Plural | aptitudes |
Aptitude Definition (Noun)
- A natural ability to acquire knowledge or skill.
She showed an early aptitude for mathematics.
- The condition of being suitable.
Noun
- Natural ability to acquire knowledge or skill.
Synonyms of Aptitude
Aptitude synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Aptitude
Aptitude in a Sentence
She showed an early aptitude for mathematics.
The test measures a student’s aptitude for language learning.
Word Forms & Grammar
aptitude (countable and uncountable, plural aptitudes)
Words That Rhyme With Aptitude
Origin of Aptitude
From Middle French aptitude, from Medieval Latin aptitudo, from Latin aptus (“apt, fit”). By surface analysis, apt + -itude. Doublet of attitude.
Questions People Ask About Aptitude
What part of speech is aptitude?
Aptitude is a noun.
What is another word for aptitude?
Words with a similar meaning to aptitude include appropriateness, suitability and knack. See the full list of aptitude synonyms and antonyms.
What is the opposite of aptitude?
The opposite of aptitude is inaptitude.
What is the plural of aptitude?
The plural of aptitude is aptitudes.