Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
maladapted
Adjective
/ˌmæl.əˈdæp.tɪd/
Definition
Poorly adjusted to environmental demands or circumstances.
Examples
- The maladapted species struggled to survive in the rapidly changing climate.
- His maladapted behavior made it hard for him to fit in with his peers.
- The organization was deemed maladapted to the new market demands.
Meaning
Maladapted refers to an inability to adjust or adapt to a particular environment or situation effectively, often resulting in difficulties or failures in that context.
Synonyms
- Inappropriate
- Unsuitable
- Unfit
- Inadequate
