Fitting (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Being precisely fitting and right; "it is only meet that she should be seated first".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- It was a fitting tribute to the late artist to display her work in the museum's main gallery.
- The new employee's skills and experience made her a fitting candidate for the promotion.
- The judge's decision was a fitting conclusion to the long and complex trial.
- The team's victory was a fitting end to their undefeated season.
- The elegant dress was a fitting choice for the formal wedding ceremony.
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Meaning 2
In harmony with the spirit of particular persons or occasion; "a decent burial"; "We have come to dedicate a portion of that field...It is altogether fitting and proper that we should do this".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The traditional folk dance was a fitting tribute to the couple's cultural heritage on their wedding day.
- The city held a memorial service, which was a fitting way to honor the fallen firefighter.
- It's fitting that the university would name its new science building after its most distinguished alumnus.
- The dignified ceremony was a fitting way to mark the centenary of the company's founding.
- The farewell party was a fitting celebration of the retiree's years of service and dedication to the company.