aptitudes
|ap-ti-tude|
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/ˈæp.təˌtuːd/
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/ˈæp.tɪ.tjuːd/
(aptitude)
natural ability
Etymology
'aptitude' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'aptitudo', where 'aptus' meant 'fitted' or 'appropriate' and the suffix '-tudo' indicated a state or condition.
'aptitude' changed from the Latin word 'aptitudo' into Old French 'aptitude' and was adopted into Middle English as 'aptitude', eventually becoming the modern English word 'aptitude'.
Initially, it meant 'fitness' or 'suitability', but over time it evolved into its current primary meaning of 'natural ability or talent'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a natural ability or talent for doing something.
Her aptitudes for languages were evident from childhood.
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Noun 2
a natural tendency or suitability for a particular type of work or activity.
His aptitudes made him well suited for a career in engineering.
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Last updated: 2025/09/29 01:40