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suitability

UK //ˌsuːtəˈbɪləti//US //ˌsuːtəˈbɪləti//

词源

源自中古英语,由'suitable'(适合的)加名词后缀'-ity'构成,最终可追溯至拉丁语'sequi'(跟随)。

noun

❶ 指某物或某人适合特定目的或情况的程度,强调其是否满足要求或具备所需条件。

“The suitability of this material for outdoor use is still being tested.”

(这种材料是否适合户外使用仍在测试中。)

“Her suitability for the leadership role was questioned by some team members.”

(部分团队成员质疑她是否适合担任领导职务。)

同义词:fitness, appropriateness, adequacy

常见短语

suitability assessment — 指对某人或某物是否适合特定目的或角色的正式评估过程。

“All job applicants must undergo a suitability assessment before being hired.”

(所有求职者在被录用前都必须经过适合性评估。)