1
as in lawsuit
a court case for enforcing a right or claim
filed a suit against the company that had manufactured the faulty heater, claiming they were responsible for the fire
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
as in appeal
an earnest request
O Lord of Heaven, hear our humble suit
Synonyms & Similar Words
3
as in dating
the series of social engagements shared by a couple looking to get married
a rather old-fashioned fellow, he first sought the consent of the girl's father for the suit
Synonyms & Similar Words
1
2
as in to satisfy
to give satisfaction to
the location of our hotel suited us just fine
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in to dress
to outfit with clothes and especially fine or special clothes
went to the party suited in a strange getup that he'd picked out himself
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
4
as in to tailor
to change (something) so as to make it suitable for a new use or situation
a bohemian by nature, she would have to suit her behavior to the corporate culture
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of suit
Lara Walsh, InStyle, 25 May 2026
Luca Faloni’s linen suit, like all of the label’s garments, is proudly made in Italy.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 25 May 2026
Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 25 May 2026
Researchers at the Pacific Institute, a water think tank in Oakland, have examined improvements such as fixing leaks in pipes, switching out inefficient washing machines and toilets, and replacing thirsty lawns with plants suited to the state’s Mediterranean climate.
—Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 25 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for suit
Noun
Matching brown and white rope ties on the sides added a coquette detail to the one-piece suit.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 25 May 2026
Luca Faloni’s linen suit, like all of the label’s garments, is proudly made in Italy.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 25 May 2026
Verb
This dressier set has a breezy, relaxed fit that feels especially well-suited for summer travel and warm-weather destinations.
—Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 25 May 2026
Researchers at the Pacific Institute, a water think tank in Oakland, have examined improvements such as fixing leaks in pipes, switching out inefficient washing machines and toilets, and replacing thirsty lawns with plants suited to the state’s Mediterranean climate.
—Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 25 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for suit
Recent Examples of Synonyms for suit
Noun
-
According to the lawsuit, university officials are accused of harassing Josiah Walker, a Black Muslim student, who participated in protests between 2023 and 2024 following the Israel-Hamas war.—
DeJanay Booth-Singleton,
CBS News,
23 May 2026
-
The lawsuit alleges that when Disney started using facial recognition at park entrances, the company didn't disclose these practices to visitors.—
Michael Smith,
USA Today,
23 May 2026
Noun
-
Garrincha’s appeal transcended the bounds of the pitch.—
Jack Lang,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
-
Safe transparency and being open—not perfect—builds trust, credibility and lasting appeal.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
Noun
-
Radiocarbon dating indicated the stromatolites formed between roughly 23,400 and 14,600 years ago, suggesting the hydrothermal lake may have persisted for tens of thousands of years after the impact.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
25 May 2026
-
Season one dives headfirst into the age-old romantic trope of fake dating with music student Hannah Wells, who, in true hockey fashion, is often called Wellsy by her love interest, Garrett Graham.—
Nicole Fell,
HollywoodReporter,
22 May 2026
Verb
-
So, suffice to say, the team still thinks Schiavone is a primary catcher.—
Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
25 May 2026
-
So long as the team does well enough, that might suffice to sustain the sport’s velocity.—
Leander Schaerlaeckens,
New Yorker,
22 May 2026
Verb
-
Modern Pentathlon has held a continuous place in the Olympic Games since 1912, constantly evolving over the decades to satisfy the viewing preferences of sports fans around the world.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
26 May 2026
-
Under federal law, Social Security retirement and disability benefits generally cannot be garnished by private creditors to satisfy consumer debts.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
26 May 2026
Verb
-
Best Amazon Outlet Dress Deals There’s something about summer that makes getting dressed feel dramatically easier once dresses enter the picture.—
Aashna Gheewalla,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
-
Customers can order chili or sauerkraut toppings at the window and dress their dogs with relish – green or red pepper – and yellow mustard, stored in containers on a counter inside.—
Emily M. Olson,
Hartford Courant,
28 May 2026
Verb
-
The company has developed structured training programs tailored to different roles, helping employees understand how to apply AI in their daily work.—
Peter High,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
-
Whether for late-night meals, romantic settings or rooftop lounges — consumers are willing to pay for atmospheres tailored to specific occasions.—
Peter Burke,
FOXNews.com,
27 May 2026
Noun
-
Tyler Halley is scheduled to appear at Lawrence District Court to enter a plea for a murder charge, according to the Essex County District Attorney’s Office.—
Colleen Cronin,
Boston Herald,
26 May 2026
-
The hymn’s plea resounded in the cavernous venue after the director cut us off.—
Katie Thornton,
Harpers Magazine,
26 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Suit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suit. Accessed 30 May. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
