IPA: /fɪt/
KK: /fɪt/
Suitable or appropriate for a particular purpose or situation; in good health or physical condition.
She is fit enough to run a marathon after months of training.
Comparative: fitter
Superlative: fittest
To be the right size or shape for something, or to be suitable for a particular purpose or situation.
The dress fits perfectly, making her look stunning.
Past: fitted
Past Participle: fitted
A sudden outburst of emotion or a brief period of intense activity, often related to health issues like seizures or convulsions.
He had a fit of laughter that made everyone else laugh too.
To be the right size or shape for someone or something, or to make something the right size or shape.
These shoes fit me perfectly.
Past: fitted
Past Participle: fitted
The word 'fit' originates from Old English 'fitt', meaning a struggle or a contest. It has evolved to describe being suitable or appropriate for a particular purpose or condition.
Think of 'fitt' as a struggle to find what is suitable or appropriate — that's why 'fit' means to be suitable.