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Definition of Aptitude
1. Noun. Inherent ability.
Specialized synonyms: Inherent Aptitude, Instinct, Capability, Capableness, Potentiality, Natural Ability
Derivative terms: Aptitudinal
Antonyms: Inaptitude
Definition of Aptitude
1. n. A natural or acquired disposition or capacity for a particular purpose, or tendency to a particular action or effect; as, oil has an aptitude to burn.
Definition of Aptitude
1. an ability [n -S] - See also: ability
Medical Definition of Aptitude
1. 1. A natural or acquired disposition or capacity for a particular purpose, or tendency to a particular action or effect; as, oil has an aptitude to burn. "He seems to have had a peculiar aptitude for the management of irregular troops." (Macaulay) 2. A general fitness or suitableness; adaptation. "That sociable and helpful aptitude which God implanted between man and woman." (Milton) 3. Readiness in learning; docility; aptness. "He was a boy of remarkable aptitude." (Macaulay) Origin: F. Aptitude, LL. Aptitudo, fr. L. Aptus. See Apt, and cf. Attitude. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)
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