Adapted
/əˈdæptɪd/
verbIntermediateVery CommonGeneral
Meaning
Question
Definitions
1
To make suitable to a new use or situation; modify.
/əˈdæptɪd/
verbneutralIntermediate
General
To modify something to suit a new purpose or situation.
The movie was adapted from a novel.
💡 Simply: To change something to fit a new situation.
More Examples
2
She quickly adapted to her new job.
How It's Used
Biology
"The species adapted to the harsh desert climate."
Technology
"The software has been adapted for use on mobile devices."
From Middle English *adapten, from Old French adapter, from Latin adaptare, from ad- "to" + aptare "to fit".
The word has seen consistent use since its adoption from Latin, with its meaning evolving slightly to encompass the broader sense of adjusting to various contexts.
Memory tip
Think of 'apt' - meaning suitable; adapted means made apt or suitable.
Practice
Base: adapt
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Usage
60%Spoken
40%Written