adaptation

The word “adaptation” has 4 syllables: ad-ap-ta-tion

It's pronounced as /ˌædæpˈteɪʃən/

What is synonym and antonym for adaptation?

In the thesaurus, “adaptation” has 18 synonyms and 1 antonym.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for adaptation along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for adaptation

acclimation
acclimatization
accommodation
adaption
adjustment
alteration
attunement
conformation
conversion
correction
harmonization
makeover
modification
readaptation
readjustment
refit
revision
transformation

Antonyms for adaptation

maladaptation

Meanings of adaptation

noun
1. The process of adapting something or becoming adapted to a situation; adjustment, modification.
2. A change that is made or undergone to suit a condition or environment.
3. The process of change that an organism undergoes to be better suited to its environment.
4. An instance of an organism undergoing change, or the structure or behavior that is changed.
5. The process of adapting an artistic work from a different medium.
6. (authorship) An artistic work that has been adapted from a different medium.

Example Sentences

The film is an adaptation of a best-selling novel.
Successful adaptation to new environments is key to survival.
The team's quick adaptation impressed their new manager.
Climate change will require significant adaptation by communities worldwide.
Her latest work is an adaptation of traditional folk tales for modern readers.

On this page you'll find 19 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to adaptation, such as: acclimation, acclimatization, accommodation, adaption, adjustment, alteration, attunement.

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