Meaning of the word aptness in English

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aptness

US /ˈæpt.nəs/
UK /ˈæpt.nəs/

Noun

1.

the quality of being appropriate or suitable in the circumstances

Example:
The lawyer's argument was praised for its aptness and clarity.
The editor commented on the aptness of her word choice.
2.

a tendency to behave in a particular way or to suffer from a particular illness

Example:
He showed an aptness for learning languages at a young age.
There is an aptness to develop certain allergies in some families.
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