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fit
adjective(fit)(usually followed by `to' or `for') on the point of or strongly disposed
Examples:
In no fit state to continue.
Fit to drop.
Laughing fit to burst.
She was fit to scream.
Fit to drop.
Laughing fit to burst.
She was fit to scream.
fit
noun(fit)a sudden uncontrollable attack
Synonyms: convulsion, paroxysm,
Examples:
A fit of coughing.
fit
verb(fit)fill, satisfy or meet a want or need or condtion ro restriction
fit
noun(fit)a sudden flurry of activity (often for no obvious reason)
Synonyms: burst,
Examples:
A fit of housecleaning.
fit
verb(fit)be the right size or shape; fit correctly or as desired
Synonyms: go,
Examples:
This piece won't fit into the puzzle.
fit
verb(fit)provide with (something) usually for a specific purpose
fit
verb(fit)be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics
fit
verb(fit)conform to some shape or size
Examples:
How does this shirt fit?.
fit
verb(fit)insert or adjust several objects or people
Examples:
Can you fit the toy into the box?.
This man can't fit himself into our work environment.
This man can't fit himself into our work environment.
fit
verb(fit)make fit
Examples:
Fit a dress.
He fitted other pieces of paper to his cut-out.
He fitted other pieces of paper to his cut-out.
fit
adjective(fit)meeting adequate standards for a purpose
Antonyms: unfit,
Examples:
A fit subject for discussion.
It is fit and proper that you be there.
Water fit to drink.
Fit for duty.
Do as you see fit to.
It is fit and proper that you be there.
Water fit to drink.
Fit for duty.
Do as you see fit to.
fit
adjective(fit)physically and mentally sound or healthy
Antonyms: unfit,
Examples:
Felt relaxed and fit after their holiday.
Keeps fit with diet and exercise.
Keeps fit with diet and exercise.
fit
noun(fit)the manner in which something fits
Examples:
I admired the fit of her coat.