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fitting
Adjective[C/U] Both
pl: fittings
When used as an adjective, the word carries a sense of moral or social correctness. It suggests a harmony between an action and the circumstances, often appearing in formal eulogies or celebratory speeches to validate that a reward or tribute is deserved.
Countable when referring to a tailoring appointment or a mechanical part. Uncountable when describing the general quality of how something fits.
Meanings
Adjective
Appropriate or suitable for a particular person, occasion, or purpose.
"It was a fitting end to a long and successful career."