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adaptability

UK/ə,dæptə'bɪlətɪ/US/ә.dæptә'biliti/
B1

Definitions

n.

The ability to adjust to new or changed circumstances

适应性,应变能力

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
ad-to, toward, near
+
aptfit, suitable, fasten
+
-ablecapable of, worthy of
+
-itycapable of, worthy of
=adaptability

adaptable + -ity (state) = the quality of being adaptable. The abstract noun for flexibility.

Root apt still carries 19 more words

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Adaptability is one of the most important skills in a fast-changing world.

  • 2.

    The company praised her adaptability during the reorganization.

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