aptness

noun
UK /ˈæpt.nəs/
US /ˈæpt.nəs/

Aptness is how good something is at doing its job.

The aptness of her answer surprised everyone.

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OTHER MEANINGS

2. A natural ability to learn or do something well.

He showed an aptness for music at a young age.

3. The quality of being quick to understand.

Her aptness in class made her a favorite student.

4. The state of being right for a certain situation.

The aptness of the joke depended on who was listening.