1. A reply or reaction that is suitable, appropriate, or proper for a given situation
His fitting response to the criticism was to remain calm and professional.
Sua resposta apropriada à crítica foi manter-se calmo e profissional.
2. A reaction that is deserved or proportionate to an action or statement
The court decided that the punishment was a fitting response to the offense.
O tribunal decidiu que a punição era uma resposta apropriada ao delito.