fit
Third Person
fits
Present Participle
fitting
Past Tense
fitted
Past Participle
fitted
1
to be of the right size or shape for someone
- Can you try on these shoes to see if they fit?
- I need to find a hat that fits comfortably on my head.
- The costume didn't fit properly, so they had to make alterations before the performance.
- The dress fits perfectly; it's just the right size for me.
Synonyms:
2
to place or adjust several objects or people in a way that works well with a particular space or arrangement
transitive
- The puzzle enthusiast carefully fit each piece into its corresponding place to complete the picture.
- The mechanic needed to fit the new parts into the engine to complete the repair.
- The organizer tried to fit the furniture into the small living room for an optimal layout.
- The conductor worked to fit the musicians into their assigned positions for the orchestra performance.
3
to agree with or be suitable for a particular thing
transitive
- The candidate's qualifications fit the job description perfectly.
- His personality doesn't quite fit the company culture.
- This solution fits the problem we're trying to solve.
- The new software doesn't quite fit our needs; we may need to explore other options.
- The design of the website needs to fit the brand's image and message.
Synonyms:
4
to make something agree with or be suitable for something else
transitive
- Her extensive experience in project management fits her for the position of team leader.
- His background in finance and accounting fits him perfectly for the role of financial analyst.
- The internship provided hands-on experience that fitted her for a career in marketing.
- His leadership skills and strategic thinking fit him for the role of department manager.
- Her language proficiency and cultural knowledge fit her for the role of international liaison.
Synonyms:
5
to adjust or modify something to ensure compatibility or suitability with particular dimensions or specifications
transitive
- The tailor fitted the dress to the client's exact measurements for a perfect fit.
- The carpenter fitted the window frame to the dimensions of the opening.
- The designer fitted the layout to the dimensions of the brochure, ensuring it printed correctly.
- The plumber fitted the pipes to the layout of the building, ensuring proper water flow.
6
to provide the necessary tools, equipment, or resources for a particular purpose
transitive
- The company fitted each employee with a new laptop for remote work.
- The chef fitted the kitchen with state-of-the-art appliances for efficient cooking.
- The teacher fitted the classroom with interactive whiteboards to enhance learning.
- The gym fitted its facilities with the latest exercise equipment for members.
- The shipyard fitted the vessel with navigation systems and safety equipment.
7
to match or correspond with particular dimensions or specifications
transitive
- She struggled to find shoes that would fit her narrow feet comfortably.
- She resized the image to fit the dimensions of the webpage.
- The dress fit her like a glove, accentuating her figure beautifully.
- The bicycle frame was custom-made to fit the rider's height and proportions.