Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
adapt
verb
/əˈdæpt/
Definition
To adjust or modify something in response to changes or new conditions.
Examples
- She had to adapt her teaching style to meet the needs of her students.
- The company needs to adapt to the changing market conditions to survive.
- Animals must adapt to their environments in order to thrive.
Meaning
Adapt means to make changes to something so that it fits better or functions well in a new situation.
Synonyms
- adjust
- modify
- alter
- change
- acclimate
