compatible
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- adjective
- /kəmˈpætəbl/
- Specialized
:
miscible (técnico, líquidos/gases)
- The new software is compatible with all versions of the operating system.
- compatible blood
- compatible liquid
- compatible gas
Examples
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The filter is compatible with water, water-soluble, and oil-based coolants.
Academic text (2004) -
Hence, the system that has been developed is based on the use of an IBM-compatible personal computer.
Academic text (1992) -
These chemicals are completely compatible.
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Except... it's biologically compatible with our DNA.
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Finally, to the west, in a pressurized atmosphere, we have 9 million humans and compatible species.
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Interesting that these materials are compatible. We have to be very careful not to overheat the aluminum.
Blog text (9) -
The inhibitor must be compatible with other chemical admixtures.
Academic text (1997) -
This fast wireless charger isn't compatible with your phone, so you're charging at standard speed.
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The units are compatible with most fluids with temperatures ranging from -320 degrees to 450 degrees F.
Academic text (1995) -
These chemicals are completely compatible and can be safely mixed together.
Synonyms
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Able to mix with another liquid to form one liquid without separating
Able to join with another liquid so both become one and do not separate
Antonyms
Compounds
- Specialized
Software that works with other programs or devices without problems
How Compatible
- Specialized
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- Specialized
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- Specialized
Surface Forms
Morphology
compatible = com + pat + ible
The components 'com-' and '-ible' suggest 'able to be together', which aligns with the chemical sense, but the central root is a non-standalone combining form, so learners cannot fully rely on component knowledge alone.
Etymology
Compatible comes from the parts com- 'with' and pati 'to suffer' or 'allow', like in patient, so think of ingredients that 'put up with' each other. That's why compatible means they can mix together without reacting or separating.