apt
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
They hover with a calculated theatricality: “Hat Rack” drops like a predatory spider; the shovels’ metal scoops are poised like guillotine blades; and “Bottle Rack” dives like a missile—an apt metaphor for their impact.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026
Mary is a bookworm who draws her apt conclusions about human behavior from written wisdom.
From Salon • May 20, 2026
“Soft power” may in fact be the most apt descriptor of a cultural test’s goal.
From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026
A broken link is also symbolically apt for what Baker has learned in a short England career to date.
From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026
He seemed like a person for whom the word “jolly” would always be apt.
From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Vocabulary lists containing apt
The Vocabulary.com Top 1000
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
"Romeo and Juliet" by William Shakespeare, Act III
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
List 8
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
