Synonyms

suitability

American

[soo-tuh-bil-i-tee] / ˌsu təˈbɪl ɪ ti /

Sometimes suitableness

noun

the state or quality of being satisfactory or in accord with what is desired or called for; appropriateness.

Staff will interview each applicant to assess their suitability to enter the respite facility.
The suitability and effectiveness of these medications depends on the patient’s overall health and other considerations.

Other Word Forms

presuitability noun

Etymology

Origin of suitability

First recorded in 1640–50; suit(able) ( def. ) + -ability ( def. )

Example Sentences

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In its current first phase of the Utah pilot, human doctors review all prescriptions before they are sent to pharmacies to check for suitability.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

Pressed on concerns about the suitability of Lord Mandelson for the role and warnings of reputational risk, Thomas-Symonds replied: "Previous Labour prime ministers have also taken a chance on appointing Peter Mandelson to particular roles."

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026

Evaluating the suitability of the release site and the condition of each animal is essential.

From Science Daily • Mar. 3, 2026

Under California’s elderly parole program, inmates are generally eligible for a parole suitability hearing if they are over 50 years old and have been incarcerated for at least 20 continuous years.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 22, 2026

He ask no person; he choose no time of suitability.

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker

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