Readapt: meaning, definitions and examples

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readapt

 

[ riːˈædæpt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

to adjust again

To readapt means to adjust again or to become accustomed to a new situation or environment after a period of change. It involves making changes to fit a new set of circumstances or conditions.

Synonyms

acclimate, adjust, reacclimate, reacquaint

Examples of usage

  • I had to readapt to the fast-paced lifestyle of the city after living in a small town for years.
  • She readapted quickly to her new job after being promoted to a higher position.
  • After studying abroad for a year, it took some time to readapt to life back home.
  • It's important to readapt to changes in technology in order to stay competitive in the industry.
  • Readapting to a different culture can be challenging but also rewarding.

Translations

Translations of the word "readapt" in other languages:

🇵🇹 readaptar

🇮🇳 फिर से अनुकूलित करना

🇩🇪 neu anpassen

🇮🇩 menyesuaikan kembali

🇺🇦 пристосуватися знову

🇵🇱 dostosować się ponownie

🇯🇵 再適応する

🇫🇷 réadapter

🇪🇸 readaptar

🇹🇷 yeniden uyum sağlamak

🇰🇷 재적응하다

🇸🇦 إعادة التكيف

🇨🇿 přizpůsobit se znovu

🇸🇰 znovu sa prispôsobiť

🇨🇳 重新适应

🇸🇮 ponovno prilagoditi

🇮🇸 aðlaga sig aftur

🇰🇿 қайта бейімделу

🇬🇪 ხელახლა ადაპტირება

🇦🇿 yenidən uyğunlaşmaq

🇲🇽 readaptar

Etymology

The word 'readapt' is derived from the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' and the word 'adapt' meaning 'to adjust'. It first appeared in the English language in the mid-19th century, evolving from the Latin word 'adaptare' which means 'to fit'. The concept of readapting is essential in human evolution and survival, as it allows individuals to thrive in changing environments and circumstances.

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