Meaning of the word apposite in English

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apposite

US /ˈæp.ə.zɪt/
UK /ˈæp.ə.zɪt/

Adjective

highly pertinent or appropriate to the matter at hand

Example:
The speaker made several apposite remarks that perfectly summarized the complex issue.
Her example was particularly apposite to the discussion about ethical dilemmas.
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