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Suitable Person Job Similar Meanings Interchangeable Waiting Suitable/An

Idx 0288
Keyword appropriate
Sub Entry Number 2
Type of Sentence
Error Sentence She is clearly the most appropriate person for the job.
Correct Sentence She is clearly the most suitable person for the job.
Cloze Error Sentence She is clearly the most [[appropriate]] person for the job.
Cloze Sentence She is clearly the most [[suitable]] person for the job.
Cloze Answer suitable
Choices suitable | appropriate
Explanation

Appropriate and suitable have similar meanings and are sometimes interchangeable: 'We're still waiting for a suitable/an appropriate moment to break the news to them.'

When you mean 'having the necessary qualities, skills etc, the usual word is suitable: 'The hotel isn't suitable for families with children.'

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