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adaptable

UK/ə'dæptəb(ə)l/US/ә'dæptәbl/
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Definitions

adj.

Able to adjust easily to different conditions

适应性强的,能适应的

Root Breakdown

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

adapt + -able (capable of) = capable of adapting. Often praises a flexible person: an adaptable employee fits into changing situations.

Root apt still carries 19 more words

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Employers value workers who are adaptable and quick to learn.

  • 2.

    This is a highly adaptable design that fits any room.

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