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IELTS word

adapt

/əˈdæpt/verb

English definition

to change to suit new conditions

Common phrases / collocations

  1. adapt to change
  2. adapt quickly
  3. adapt a plan

Example sentences

  1. 1.

    The hiker adapted to the colder conditions.

  2. 2.

    Animals must adapt to changes in climate.

  3. 3.

    We adapted the plan to suit local needs.

Visual learning

See the meaning

A hiker puts on a warm jacket where a mountain trail reaches snow.
to change to suit new conditions
1new conditions
2better suited
conditions change→changes to fit