Meaning of the word suit in English

What does suit mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

suit

US /suːt/

UK /suːt/

a set of outer clothes made of the same fabric and designed to be worn together, typically consisting of a jacket and trousers or a skirt

Example:

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He wore a dark blue suit to the interview.

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She bought a new business suit for work.

Synonym:

attire ensemble garb outfit dress

a lawsuit; a case brought before a court of law

Example:

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The company faced a class-action suit.

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He filed a suit against his former employer.

Synonym:

lawsuit case action proceedings litigation

any of the four sets of 13 cards in a pack of playing cards (spades, hearts, diamonds, and clubs)

Example:

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He had a strong hand with three aces and a full suit of hearts.

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Which suit do you want to lead with?

Synonym:

set deck hand

be convenient for or acceptable to

Example:

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Does 9 AM suit you for the meeting?

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Whatever you decide will suit me fine.

Synonym:

fit match accord with be appropriate for be right for

enhance the appearance or qualities of (something or someone); be appropriate for

Example:

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That color really suits you.

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The new hairstyle doesn't quite suit her.

Synonym:

complement enhance flatter go with

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