1
as in inclination
a habitual attraction to some activity or thing
bored teenagers with an aptitude for getting into trouble
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2
as in talent
a special and usually inborn ability
has an aptitude for math
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Recent Examples of aptitude
New Yorkers with ambition and aptitude come together to complete these trainings in diverse cohorts led by expert instructors.
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Dynishal Gross, New York Daily News, 4 Feb. 2025
Whatever your interests and aptitude, chances are there is a need for your contribution in the workplace of today, and tomorrow.
—Aliza Knox, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
Yet viewers admire Oz’s aptitude to survive, his unmerciful resolve.
—Jason Parham, WIRED, 26 Dec. 2024
One factor has to do with the child’s own abilities such as their natural intelligence, verbal aptitude, attention span, personal interests, and motivation to read, says Shanahan.
—Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 16 Oct. 2024
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Dynishal Gross, New York Daily News, 4 Feb. 2025
Whatever your interests and aptitude, chances are there is a need for your contribution in the workplace of today, and tomorrow.
—Aliza Knox, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
Yet viewers admire Oz’s aptitude to survive, his unmerciful resolve.
—Jason Parham, WIRED, 26 Dec. 2024
One factor has to do with the child’s own abilities such as their natural intelligence, verbal aptitude, attention span, personal interests, and motivation to read, says Shanahan.
—Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 16 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for aptitude
Noun
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But several other populist Trump allies who have shown no inclination to leave power have made their judiciaries a central target.—
Graham Underwood,
arkansasonline.com,
17 Mar. 2025
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The report cites a growing consumer inclination toward advanced lip care solutions, and effective alternatives to traditional lip balms and glosses.—
Dahvi Shira,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
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The Sweden international’s talent has never been in question but those who have worked with the Newcastle striker describe a unique, complex personality — someone who is ridiculously driven, yet can be laid-back and withdrawn, all at once.—
Chris Waugh,
The Athletic,
14 Mar. 2025
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Aaron Rodgers has a controversial personality, but from a talent perspective at least, would be a good mentor for a young quarterback.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
Newsweek,
13 Mar. 2025
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Spelling has opened up about her hydrophobic tendencies before, revealing in an April episode of misSPELLING that she had been hospitalized twice over several months for fainting.—
Ryan Coleman,
EW.com,
12 Mar. 2025
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According to Brenda, who has bizarre energy and a tendency to trail off mid-thought, the house was abandoned after a fire.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
The Hollywood Reporter,
12 Mar. 2025
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On The Boys, Jack has a knack for barely reacting to all the horrifying sights his character encounters on a regular basis.—
Brian Davids,
The Hollywood Reporter,
13 Mar. 2025
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His fame-making Oprah appearance Unlike many academics, Oz felt comfortable in the spotlight and seemed to have a knack for distilling complicated medical jargon and ideas into language that was easy for people without medical expertise to understand.—
Alice Park,
TIME,
13 Mar. 2025
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The combination of IoT and AI enables connected devices to collect, analyze and act on data in real-time.—
Rahul Saluja,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
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Just in time for Christmas, certain members of Congress are hard at work in their policy shops, fashioning a massive lump of cybersecurity coal with which to gift American users of electronic devices.—
David Williams,
National Review,
26 Dec. 2024
Noun
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It’s made of metal and has a distressed white finish that gives it an almost Parisian flair.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Mar. 2025
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The slim silhouette, longer fit, and waist tie are akin to Paltrow’s, while the buttoned chest pockets and contrast piping offer stylish flair.—
Jamie Allison Sanders,
People.com,
19 Mar. 2025
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Although Baytown does not have any historical affinity with aerospace, its location on the water offers far more straightforward access to Relativity's test facilities in Mississippi and its launch site in Florida.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
14 Mar. 2025
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The widespread affinity for the familiar dessert is part of a larger movement of bakers leaning into personal influences and away from strictly European baking traditions.—
Sam Stone,
Bon Appétit,
14 Mar. 2025
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Even with its luxury focus, Laura Lendrum, CEO of Printemps America, said the store mixes in more approachable items for tourists or aspirational shoppers who may stop by for a cup of coffee or browse for a $50 gift.—
Melissa Repko,
CNBC,
22 Mar. 2025
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For example, payments made through a third-party network for a birthday or holiday or wedding gifts; for sharing the cost of a car ride or meal; or for paying a family member or roommate for a household bill aren’t taxable.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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