adapt

B1
Pronunciation
/əˈdæpt/
Verb
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

To make suitable; to make to correspond; to fit or suit

Synonyms
proportion
2 Definition

To fit by alteration; to modify or remodel for a different purpose; to adjust

Example Sentences
  • to adapt a story for the stage
3 Definition

To make by altering or fitting something else; to produce by change of form or character

Example Sentences
  • a word of an adapted form
4 Definition

To make oneself comfortable to a new thing.

Example Sentences
  • They could not adapt to the new climate and so perished.
Adjective
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

Adapted; fit; suited; suitable.