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adaptative

adaptative

7.5
Able to change to fit new conditions
  • adjective
  • /əˈdæptətɪv/
translation icon : adaptativo
  • The adaptative mechanisms in the immune system help fight off new infections.

Examples

  • The adaptative strategies of animals in the wild help them cope with harsh climates.

  • Species that are adaptative tend to survive major environmental changes.

  • Her adaptative approach allowed her to succeed in many different jobs.

  • The adaptative strategies of the species ensure their survival.

  • She is very adaptative in changing environments.

  • Plants that are adaptative can thrive in various soil types and weather conditions.

  • His adaptative skills enabled him to easily transition to a new company culture.

Synonyms

flexible
vsadaptative
155 3.4

Able to change or be changed to fit different situations

describes ability to adapt regardless of willingness or choice
resilient
vsadaptative
66 5.4

Able to recover quickly after problems or hard times

focuses on adjusting to new situations rather than bouncing back from harm
adaptive
vsadaptative
33 4.9

Able to change to fit new conditions

has identical meaning but differs in spelling or form
adaptable
vsadaptative
23 3.4

Able to change to fit new situations

focuses on natural ability to adjust rather than being changed externally
elastic
vsadaptative
7 3.4

Able to change easily and deal with new situations

focuses on general capacity to adjust, not only rapid responsiveness
chameleonic
vsadaptative
1 8.3

Able to change appearance or behaviour easily to fit different situations

is general adjusting ability without the negative opportunistic sense
generalized
vsadaptative
  • Specialized
6.5

Not made for one job and able to work in many places

refers to active adjustment to new conditions rather than general suitability
hyperflexible
vsadaptative
5.6

Able to change quickly to fit different needs

means adaptable but without implying an extreme degree
like a willow in the wind
vsadaptative
  • Informal
8.1

Able to bend and change without breaking

describes real adjusting ability rather than a poetic image

Antonyms

1 4.9

Not able to bend or change shape

How Adaptive

plastic
8 5.5
adaptative
7.5
flexible
155 3.4
adjustable
35 3.4

Surface Forms

adaptative positive

Morphology

adaptative = adapt (transparent) = adapt + ative

The adjective is clearly formed from the verb 'adapt' with the productive adjective-forming suffix '-ative', so learners knowing 'adapt' can infer the meaning.

Etymology

The word adaptative comes from Latin parts ad- 'to' and aptare 'make fit', and is the same root as English apt and adapt. So to be adaptative is to be able to change or adjust so you 'fit' new situations or environments.