aptitude

/ˈæptɪtjuːd/

Definitions

1. noun

natural ability or talent, typically for a particular activity or subject

“She has a great aptitude for languages and can speak four fluently.”

2. noun

a person’s natural ability or talent for a particular subject or activity, as shown by their performance in tests or assessments

“His aptitude tests showed a strong inclination towards mathematics.”

3. noun

a person’s ability to learn or understand something, especially a new skill or subject

“She has a good aptitude for picking up new languages.”

4. noun

a natural ability or talent, typically for a particular activity or subject, that is considered to be a characteristic of a person

“His aptitude for music was evident from a young age.”

5. verb

to have a particular natural ability or talent

“She aptitudes quickly for playing the piano.”

Synonyms

  • ability
  • genius
  • talent

Antonyms

  • inability
  • incapacity