English · Common Verbs
adapt
/əˈdæpt/
[/əˈdæpt/]
adjust to fit
Intermediateverb
Definition
To change your behaviour or something else to suit new conditions.
Example
Animals must adapt quickly to survive when their natural environment changes.
Animals must adapt quickly to survive when their natural environment changes.
Etymology
From Latin 'adaptare' (to fit to), from 'ad-' and 'aptare' (to fit).
How & Where It’s Used
Used in biology, technology, and everyday flexibility.