Fit; suitable; as, he used very apt metaphors.

Having a tendency; liable; used of things; as, wheat on moist land is apt to blast or be winter-killed.

Inclined; disposed customarily; used of persons; as, men are too apt to slander others.

Ready; quick; used of the mental powers; as, a pupil apt to learn; an opt wit.

Qualified; fit. All the men of might, strong and apt for war. 2 Kings 24:16.

To fit; to suit or adapt. Obs.