well-adapted
|well-a-dapt-ed|
B2
/wɛl əˈdæptɪd/
(adapt)
ability to adjust
Etymology
Etymology Information
'adapt' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'adaptare,' where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'aptare' meant 'to fit.'
Historical Evolution
'adaptare' transformed into the French word 'adapter,' and eventually became the modern English word 'adapt' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to fit or adjust,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
suitably adjusted to a particular environment or situation.
The polar bear is well-adapted to the cold Arctic environment.
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Last updated: 2025/03/18 12:42