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Cambridge English: CPE (C2 Proficiency) - Suitability & Appropriateness

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Cambridge English: CPE (C2 Proficiency)
apposite
apposite
[Adjective]

having the quality of being appropriate or closely connected to the subject or situation at hand

Ex: Her apposite comment perfectly captured the mood of the meeting. 
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apropos
apropos
[Adjective]

relevant, suitable, or appropriate in a given context or situation

Ex: His remark was quite apropos considering the current state of affairs. 
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commensurate
commensurate
[Adjective]

suitable in comparison to something else, like quality, extent, size, etc.

Ex: Her salary was commensurate with her level of experience and responsibilities. 
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condign
condign
[Adjective]

appropriate and fitting, especially in reference to punishment or reward that matches the severity or merit of the action

Ex: The judge delivered a condign sentence for the crime committed. 
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congruence

the state of being in agreement or harmony

Ex: There was a clear congruence between her words and actions. 
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congruent
congruent
[Adjective]

(in geometry) describing shapes of the same size and form

Ex: If you fold the paper along the crease, the two halves are congruent. 
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canon
canon
[noun]

generally accepted rules or principles, especially those that are considered as fundamental in a field of art or philosophy

Ex: In literature, Shakespeare's plays are often considered part of the canon, representing some of the most significant works in English literature. 
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felicitous
felicitous
[Adjective]

fitting for the occasion, accurately expressing what is intended

Ex: The wedding toast delivered by the father of the bride was full of witty and felicitous observations. 
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fidelity
fidelity
[noun]

accuracy with which a copy or reproduction matches the original

Ex: The recording had remarkable fidelity to the live performance. 
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incongruity

lack of harmony, consistency, or compatibility between two or more elements

Ex: There was an incongruity between his words and his actions, which confused everyone. 
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pertinent
pertinent
[Adjective]

highly appropriate to a particular matter or situation

Ex: The lawyer provided pertinent evidence that directly supported the case. 
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criterion
criterion
[noun]

a standard model which one uses as a reference when judging something

Ex: The four-cylinder engine serves as the criterion when deciding the performance level of compact cars. 
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expedient
expedient
[Adjective]

helpful in a way that serves one's personal interests

Ex: It was expedient for her to accept the job offer, even though it meant moving to a different city. 
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germane
germane
[Adjective]

having the quality of being closely connected to the subject at hand in a way that is appropriate

Ex: The professor’s comments were germane to the topic of the lecture. 
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incongruous
incongruous
[Adjective]

peculiar and not like what is considered suitable or appropriate for a situation

Ex: The bright red dress was incongruous at the somber funeral. 
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tantamount
tantamount
[Adjective]

equivalent in effect, value, or meaning

Ex: Refusing to answer the question was tantamount to admitting guilt. 
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to behoove

to be beneficial to act in a certain way

Ex: It would behoove you to read the contract carefully before signing. 
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paradigm
paradigm
[noun]

a very typical example or model of something that sets a standard or pattern

Ex: The new smartphone design became a paradigm of sleek, modern technology in the industry. 
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