Felicitous
adjective
Appropriate or well chosen for the situation.
She hoped her felicitous choice of words would comfort him.

Often appears as...
- felicitous choice
- felicitous phrase
Usage tips
Formal
adjective
Causing happiness or joy.
Her arrival proved to be a felicitous moment for the party.

Often appears as...
- felicitous moment
- felicitous occasion
Usage tips
Formal
adjective
Appropriate or well chosen for the situation.
She hoped her felicitous choice of words would comfort him.

Often appears as...
- felicitous choice
- felicitous phrase
Usage tips
Formal
adjective
Causing happiness or joy.
Her arrival proved to be a felicitous moment for the party.

Often appears as...
- felicitous moment
- felicitous occasion
Usage tips
Formal
Definition 1 of 2

Context Sensitivity
Use 'felicitous' when discussing decisions or remarks that are perfectly suited to a given context.

His felicitous remarks during the toast were met with nods of approval.
Positive Connotation
'Felicitous' carries a positive connotation, implying that something is not just suitable, but also pleasing.

The felicitous music selection set the mood for a romantic evening.
Elegance Implication
Using 'felicitous' can suggest a certain level of elegance or refinement in the choice or situation.

Her felicitous attire made her stand out at the gala.
Context Sensitivity
Use 'felicitous' when discussing decisions or remarks that are perfectly suited to a given context.

His felicitous remarks during the toast were met with nods of approval.
Positive Connotation
'Felicitous' carries a positive connotation, implying that something is not just suitable, but also pleasing.

The felicitous music selection set the mood for a romantic evening.
Elegance Implication
Using 'felicitous' can suggest a certain level of elegance or refinement in the choice or situation.

Her felicitous attire made her stand out at the gala.
Context Sensitivity
Use 'felicitous' when discussing decisions or remarks that are perfectly suited to a given context.

His felicitous remarks during the toast were met with nods of approval.
Positive Connotation
'Felicitous' carries a positive connotation, implying that something is not just suitable, but also pleasing.

The felicitous music selection set the mood for a romantic evening.
Elegance Implication
Using 'felicitous' can suggest a certain level of elegance or refinement in the choice or situation.

Her felicitous attire made her stand out at the gala.
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