Adapt
/əˈdæpt/
Definitions
To modify or adjust something to make it suitable for a new purpose or situation.
/əˈdæpt/
To adjust or change to suit conditions.
The company adapted its marketing strategy to reach a wider audience.
💡 Simply: To change to fit a new situation.
More Examples
She quickly adapted to the new culture.
How It's Used
"The chameleon adapted its skin color to match its surroundings."
"The software was adapted to work on different operating systems."
Idioms & expressions
adapt to
To become accustomed to a new situation or environment.
"He quickly adapted to the new job."
From Latin "adaptare", meaning "to fit", from "ad-" (to) + "aptare" (to fit).
The word 'adapt' has consistently been used to denote adjusting to circumstances, though its specific applications have evolved with technological and social changes.
Memory tip
Think of 'apt' meaning suitable; 'adapt' makes something apt for a new situation.