Meaning & use

adapt

verb·Everyday

To change, or change something, to fit a new situation or purpose.

See it in a sentence

We adapted the game so that a larger group could play.

After moving, I needed time to adapt to the earlier bus schedule.

A note on using this word

People 'adapt to' new conditions; they 'adapt something for' a new use. Do not confuse adapt with adopt, which can mean taking up an idea or practice.

Words with a similar meaning

adjustmodify

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Another way to use it

2. verb

To change a story or other work into a different form.

The students adapted a short story into a radio play.

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