Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Showing results for suitable. Search instead for suitabl.
Definitions

suitable

[soo-tuh-buhl] / ˈsu tə bəl /


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.

As adults, they use both flight and vision to search for a suitable host, most often deer, though they sometimes target humans and other mammals.

From Science Daily • Jun. 2, 2026

Researchers must typically wait 18 to 24 months before mice reach an age suitable for aging research.

From Science Daily • May 31, 2026

The Housing Bureau said over 100 households had already moved out of Lau's building, and that it was helping the 40 that are left to find suitable accommodation.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

After the deputy activated the lights on his car and initiated the traffic stop, Chrisley allegedly passed “multiple suitable stopping locations” before finally pulling over at a Chevron station, the report said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

After a suitable pause, Riddick expertly shifted gears and began talking about the charrette in practical and even somewhat technical terms.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson




Vocabulary lists containing suitable


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "suitable" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com