SYNONYMS AND RELATED EXPRESSIONS
apropos
adjective
Relevant or well suited to the situation.
Local English device voice, when available. This is not a recorded dictionary pronunciation.
Suited to the occasion
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Usage distinction
Return to topWell-timed concerns timing; apropos concerns relevance or suitability as well.
CHECK THE MEANING IN CONTEXT
See apropos in use
Her brief anecdote was especially apropos during a discussion of patience.
A resident's brief reminder about nearby evening activities was also apropos because it helped the group consider opening times.
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