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Apt Definition & Meaning

apt
adjective
  1. (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. at risk of or subject to experiencing something usually unpleasant; "he is apt to lose"; "she is liable to forget"
  3. mentally quick and resourceful; "an apt pupil"; "you are a clever man...you reason well and your wit is bold"-Bram Stoker
  4. being of striking appropriateness and pertinence; "the successful copywriter is a master of apposite and evocative verbal images"; "an apt reply"

"Apt" in song lyrics

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  • "seniors apt."
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  • "www.share apt"
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  • "lyons creek apt"
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Frequently asked questions

What does apt mean?
(usually followed by `to') naturally disposed toward; "he is apt to ignore matters he considers unimportant"; "I am not minded to answer any questions" at risk of or subject to experiencing something usually unpleasant; "he is apt to lose"; "she is liable to forget" mentally quick and resourceful; "an apt pupil"; "you are a clever man...you reason well and your wit is bold"-Bram Stoker being of striking appropriateness and pertinence
What part of speech is apt?
Apt is an adjective.
How many definitions does apt have?
Apt has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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