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adapt
[uh-dapt]
verb (used with object)
to make suitable to requirements or conditions; adjust or modify fittingly.
They adapted themselves to the change quickly.
He adapted the novel for movies.
verb (used without object)
to adjust oneself to different conditions, environment, etc..
to adapt easily to all circumstances.
adapt
/ əˈdæpt /
verb
(often foll by to) to adjust (someone or something, esp oneself) to different conditions, a new environment, etc
(tr) to fit, change, or modify to suit a new or different purpose
to adapt a play for use in schools
Other Word Forms
- adaptability noun
- adaptable adjective
- adaptive adjective
- adaptedness noun
- misadapt verb
- nonadapting adjective
- readapt verb (used with object)
- unadapted adjective
- well-adapted adjective
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of adapt1
Synonym Study
Example Sentences
As people adapted and collectively moved into more online and virtual spaces, a podcast boom was practically inevitable.
Over the years, Mr Pearce said the transformation in retail had been "incredible to see" with the centre undergoing major refurbishment as well as adapting to changing shopping habits.
How she adapts will no doubt have a major influence on her career as well.
Ellison noted his love of the “Call of Duty” franchise in Paramount’s announcement of the Microsoft-owned Activision deal, calling the chance to adapt it “a dream come true” in a statement.
There, it was the customers who mattered - and a good designer ensured he adapted to their changing needs.
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