adapted

Meanings

• Verb

  To make (something) suitable to a new or specific situation.

  - "The company had to adapt to the new market conditions."
  - "After the accident, the survivors had to adapt to their new circumstances."

• Verb

  To change the form or structure of (something) in order to fit a new or specific situation.

  - "The organism adapted to its new environment."
  - "The scientist adapted the experiment to test a new hypothesis."

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Pronunciation

1. /əˈdæptɪd/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

proportion

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with adapted
adapted , adapting , adaptive , adaptation

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Variants

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adapted , adaptedness , adapt , adaptednesses , adapting , adapts , dark adaptation , dark adaptations , dark-adapted , light adaptation , light adaptations , light-adapted

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'adapto', meaning 'I adjust' or 'I fit'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'adaptation' was first used in the context of evolution by Charles Darwin.

2. The word 'adapted' is often used in the title of films and television shows to indicate that they are based on existing works.

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Related Concepts

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1. Adaptation: The process of modifying an organism or species to better survive in a new environment.

2. Adaptability: The ability of an organism or system to adjust to new conditions.

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Culture

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In literature, 'adapted' is often used to describe the process of transforming a story from one medium to another, such as a novel to a film. In art, 'adting' can refer to the way an artist incorporates new ideas or techniques into their work.

How to Memorize "adapted"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the process of adjusting or fitting something to a new situation.
   - Imagine a machine being adapted to perform a new function.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'adapted' with the idea of adjusting or fitting.
   - Think of the word 'adaptable' and how it relates to the ability to change.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'A D A P T' to remember the definition: 'Adjust to a new Position, Task, or Thing'.
   - Create a mental image of a chameleon, which is known for its ability to adapt to its surroundings.

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