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compatible

/kəmˈpætəbəl/

Meanings
  • adjective

    able to exist or live together in harmony; not in conflict or at odds.

  • adjective

    suitable or appropriate for a particular person, thing, or purpose.


Antonyms

incompatible , noncompatible
Rhymes
Words rhyming with compatible
compatible , hospitable , applicable , compatibleable , compatibley
Variants
List of all variants of compatible that leads to same result
compatibilities , compatibility , compatible , compatibleness , compatiblenesses , compatibly , compatibles , backward compatibilities , backward compatibility , backward compatible , backwards compatibilities , backwards compatibility , backwards compatible , self-compatibilities , self-compatibility , self-compatible
Forms
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compatible (adjective), compatible (verb)


Etymology
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From the Latin word 'compatibilis', meaning 'able to be suffered or endured' or 'capable of being put together'.


Trivia
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  1. The term 'compatible' was first used in English in the 15th century.

  2. Compatible relationships are essential for building strong communities and societies.

  3. In computer science, compatibility refers to the ability of different software or hardware systems to work together.


Related Concepts
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  1. interpersonal communication: The process of exchanging information, ideas, feelings, and emotions between two or more people. Effective communication is essential for building and maintaining compatible relationships.

  2. conflict resolution: The process of managing and resolving disputes or disagreements between individuals or groups. Compatible relationships often require effective conflict resolution skills.


Culture
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The concept of compatibility has been explored extensively in various fields such as psychology, sociology, and relationships. In psychology, it is often discussed in the context of interpersonal relationships and how individuals can effectively communicate and resolve conflicts. In sociology, it is studied in the context of social groups and how they can coexist harmoniously. In literature, compatibility is a common theme in romance novels and stories about friendship. In art, it is often depicted in paintings and sculptures that show harmonious relationships between different elements.

How to Memorize "compatible"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a group of people or objects that are able to exist together in harmony, such as a well-functioning team or a beautiful garden.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'compatible' with words like 'harmony', 'agreement', and 'suitable'. Remember that compatible relationships are those that are not in conflict and are appropriate for each other.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic by remembering the phrase 'Can Apples And Bananas Be Together?' to help remember the definition of compatible.


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