adaptative
- adjective
- /əˈdæptətɪv/
- The adaptative mechanisms in the immune system help fight off new infections.
Examples
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The adaptative strategies of animals in the wild help them cope with harsh climates.
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Species that are adaptative tend to survive major environmental changes.
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Her adaptative approach allowed her to succeed in many different jobs.
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The adaptative strategies of the species ensure their survival.
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She is very adaptative in changing environments.
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Plants that are adaptative can thrive in various soil types and weather conditions.
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His adaptative skills enabled him to easily transition to a new company culture.
Synonyms
Able to change or be changed to fit different situations
Able to recover quickly after problems or hard times
Able to change to fit new conditions
Able to change to fit new situations
Able to change easily and deal with new situations
Able to change appearance or behaviour easily to fit different situations
Not made for one job and able to work in many places
Able to change quickly to fit different needs
Able to bend and change without breaking
Antonyms
How Adaptive
Surface Forms
Morphology
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.