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maladaptation

[ mal-ad-uhp-tey-shuhn ]

noun

  1. incomplete, inadequate, or faulty adaptation.


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Word History and Origins

Origin of maladaptation1

First recorded in 1875–80; mal- + adaptation
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Example Sentences

Neufeldt pointed out that failure to prepare for increasing climate risks could lead to “maladaptation,” or actions that worsen climate impacts by increasing greenhouse gas emissions.

For nothing can be clearer than that Nature is full of cruelty and maladaptation.

Out of that maladaptation and the discontent and rebellion will arise her neurosis.

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