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adaptive

 

[ əˈdæptɪv ]

Adjective / Noun
Context #1 | Adjective

learning

Having the ability to adjust to different conditions or circumstances.

Synonyms

accommodating, adjustable, flexible, resourceful, versatile

Examples of usage

  • Adaptive technology helps people with disabilities to access information.
  • The company implemented an adaptive strategy to respond to market changes.
  • Children are naturally adaptive and can quickly learn new skills.
  • Adaptive behavior is essential for survival in changing environments.
  • His adaptive nature allowed him to thrive in unfamiliar situations.
Context #2 | Noun

biology

A trait or feature that helps an organism survive and reproduce in its environment.

Synonyms

adaptive trait, evolutionary feature, survival characteristic

Examples of usage

  • Camouflage is an adaptive feature that helps animals blend in with their surroundings.
  • The ability to hibernate is an adaptive trait that some animals have developed.
  • Evolution is driven by the accumulation of adaptive changes over time.

Translations

Translations of the word "adaptive" in other languages:

🇵🇹 adaptável

🇮🇳 अनुकूलनीय

🇩🇪 anpassungsfähig

🇮🇩 adaptif

🇺🇦 адаптивний

🇵🇱 adaptacyjny

🇯🇵 適応性のある

🇫🇷 adaptatif

🇪🇸 adaptable

🇹🇷 uyarlanabilir

🇰🇷 적응할 수 있는

🇸🇦 قابل للتكيف

🇨🇿 adaptabilní

🇸🇰 prispôsobivý

🇨🇳 适应的

🇸🇮 prilagodljiv

🇮🇸 aðlögunarhæfur

🇰🇿 бейімделгіш

🇬🇪 ადაპტაციური

🇦🇿 uyğunlaşa bilən

🇲🇽 adaptable

Etymology

The word 'adaptive' originates from the Latin word 'adaptare', which means 'to fit'. The concept of adaptability has always been crucial for the survival and progress of living organisms. In the context of learning and technology, being adaptive signifies the ability to adjust to new situations and challenges. In biology, adaptation is the key to species' survival and evolution. Understanding and embracing adaptiveness is essential in both natural and human-made environments.

See also: adapt, adaptability, adaptable, adaptably, adaptation, adaptations, adapted, adapter, adapters, adapting, maladaptation, readapt.

Word Frequency Rank

At #7,217 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.