apt meaning and definition

APT adjective

Definition of apt (adjective)

1. (usually followed by `to') naturally disposed toward
   • "he is apt to ignore matters he considers unimportant"; "I am not minded to answer any questions"
   • synonyms: disposed, given, minded, tending
2. at risk of or subject to experiencing something usually unpleasant
   • "he is apt to lose"; "she is liable to forget"
   • synonyms: liable
3. mentally quick and resourceful
   • "an apt pupil"; "you are a clever man...you reason well and your wit is bold"-Bram Stoker
   • synonyms: clever
4. being of striking appropriateness and pertinence
   • "the successful copywriter is a master of apposite and evocative verbal images"; "an apt reply"
   • synonyms: apposite, pertinent