Definition

Well-suited or appropriate for a particular situation; showing happiness or good fortune.

Example

Her felicitous remarks during the meeting made everyone feel at ease.

Conversation

I just read that new book, and I found the writing style to be quite felicitous.

Oh really? I’ve heard great things about it!

Yeah, the author has a felicitous way of expressing complex ideas simply.

That sounds amazing! I’ll have to check it out.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Felicitous → It is formed from "felicitas" (meaning happiness or good fortune) and the suffix "-ous" (meaning full of). The word "felicitous" means full of happiness or well-suited to the circumstances.

Memory Tip

Think of 'felicitas' which means happiness — so when something is 'felicitous', it is full of happiness or well-suited.

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