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Adapt
/əˈdæpt/
To change something to make it suitable for a new use or purpose
Synonyms:
adjust
modify
convert
alter
customize
Antonyms:
unfit
neglect
Examples:
Anyway I am not
adapted
for it.
Our differences allow us to
adapt
to our situation.
How to anticipate and
adapt
to change quickly.
Etymology:
Early 15th century, from Latin
adaptare
, meaning to fit to, adjust.
Ad-
means
toward
, and
aptare
means
to fit
, from
aptus
, meaning
fitting, suitable
.
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