Definition of adapt in English:

adapt

verb əˈdaptəˈdæpt

[with object]

1Make (something) suitable for a new use or purpose; modify.
使适应，修改，调整
hospitals have had to be adapted for modern medical practice
医院必须适应现代医学实践。
with object and infinitive the policies can be adapted to suit individual needs
Example sentencesExamples
- She then adapts the design to suit the individual.
- Indeed, the procedures and trappings of the hunt were adapted for military purposes.
- Before the internal combustion engine was adapted for use in fishing boats, human strength was the only means of conquering the seas.
- The minibuses are specially adapted for wheelchair users and the timescale to obtain a replacement is four to six months.
- The first pair were adapted for feeding, the next four were walking legs, and the most posterior pair formed large swimming paddles.
- We will make these available in a format that you can download, so you can modify or adapt them as needed.
- We use a unique approach to training, adapting our delivery to suit individual groups.
- I also reserve the right to modify and adapt elements of the winning design both now and in the future.
- Birds use them for flight, and they are exquisitely adapted for flight in their subtlest details.
- Many of them flourish in a broad range of habitats, and nearly all of them are adapted for wide dispersal.
- Computer manufacturers routinely gave machines to schools at a discount or without cost, but adapting them to educational purposes proved difficult.
- The long claws, strong leg and shoulder muscles of these bears are well adapted for digging dens and food.
- An existing in-house induction programme was adapted for the company's overseas staff.
- The ability to adapt organisational culture to suit individual needs takes many shapes and forms.
- The building's original gymnasium space and kitchens were adapted for Church use.
- After several years of tests, they are now modifying and adapting the system to their individual enterprises.
- Individual countries can no longer adapt monetary policy to suit their particular economic situation.
- In the current investigation, a number of existing measures were adapted for use.
- But, for a historian, he seems incredibly obtuse about the process of historical change, particularly the way each culture adapts ideas to suit its own purposes.
- In modern Africa large oil drums are often adapted for the purpose.
Synonyms
modify, alter, make alterations to, change, adjust, make adjustments to, convert, transform, redesign, restyle, refashion, remodel, reshape, revamp, rework, redo, reconstruct, reorganize
customize, tailor
improve, make improvements to, amend, refine
informal tweak
1. 1.1no object Become adjusted to new conditions.
  适应
  a large organization can be slow to adapt to change
  庞大的组织适应变化会很缓慢。
  Example sentencesExamples
  That's why I had to adjust my game and adapt to the team I was with, so with that I just became a shooter.
  Being able to adapt to any hill conditions or terrain is what makes good skiers great.
  There is a good deal in this case and other writings about the need for the law to adapt to modern social conditions.
  They adapt to the conditions here, the climate, the training, the food.
  A decent game of football was never likely as both teams struggled to adapt to the atrocious conditions.
  Without this the species would be unable to adapt to changing conditions and would eventually perish.
  If this happens, it would be crucial that species could adapt to the new conditions.
  Unless batsmen have a plan worked out in their minds and adapt to the conditions they're playing in, they will make lots of mistakes.
  These must be understood so plans can evolve and adapt to different conditions.
  If that's the case, then what they need to learn to do is figure out a way to adapt to this change in market conditions.
  They were able to adapt to whatever the political situations or life conditions demanded.
  These archetypes defy history and adapt to local conditions in order to live on.
  If one is to enjoy any return on the investment, one must be smart, work diligently and adapt to local conditions.
  He should've adapted to us rather than trying to make us adapt to him.
  Even die-hard manufacturing experts believe that British industry needs to adapt to the new conditions.
  TS Moorhouse blamed part of the problem on motorists who failed to adapt to the conditions.
  It is willing to adapt to new world conditions, and to absorb new technologies and investments.
  As the game went on they did adapt to the conditions and raised their game accordingly but to no avail.
  Some of these individuals might be at an advantage over their predecessors, because they might be more able to adapt to new conditions.
  Therefore, it is important to understand the mechanisms that plants use to adapt to water-limited conditions.
  Synonyms
  adjust, acclimatize, accommodate, attune, habituate, acculturate, conform
  familiarize oneself with, habituate oneself to, become habituated to, get used to, orient oneself in, condition oneself to
  reconcile oneself to, resign oneself to, become resigned to, come to terms with, find one's way around
  become naturalized, become seasoned, get one's bearings, find one's feet, blend in, fit in
  North American acclimate
2. 1.2 Alter (a text) to make it suitable for filming, broadcasting, or the stage.
  改编（文本）
  the film was adapted from a Turgenev short story
  电影根据屠格涅夫短篇小说改编。
  Example sentencesExamples
  The Notebook and The Proof, by Agota Kristof, is a trilogy which has been adapted from novel to stage.
  One of my favourite films of 2001 was Wu Yen, which is adapted from a folk tale that was also made into a Cantonese opera.
  When I first read the musical, which was adapted from the book by some guys in New York, I was very aware of how big it felt and how American it seemed.
  The musical, which wowed the crowds when it visited Bradford last year, is adapted from the 1961 film.
  The story has been adapted from Hans Christian Andersen's classic original and had songs interwoven for the stage version.
  Lord of the Flies is another in a long line of films adapted from various print material.
  However, I remember her chiefly for the stage play The Woman in Black, which was adapted from one of her books.
  It's also a departure, his first period piece and his first film adapted from pre-existing material.
  The same can be said of any number of films adapted from fiction and nonfiction sources.
  The character of Selina Davis in Jazz - which is adapted from a short story by Jean Rhys - is a prime example.
  The film, adapted from the novel by Robert Harris, is based in fact.
  Some of the most successful films of all time have been adapted from popular novels.
  Though the film was adapted from the stage musical of the same name, all of the songs have been cut.
  It was adapted for theatre by Marcy Kahan, from Nora Ephron's original screenplay.
  Like Minority Report, it was heavily adapted for the screen, but in a way that's necessary.
  City of Spades is adapted for radio by Biyi Bandele and Directed by Toby Swift.
  The show runs until January 25 and is adapted from the much loved classic book by Philippa Pearce.
  I normally stay away from movies which are adapted from books I've read and enjoyed.
  As with any film that is adapted from a novel, the movie often does not do the book justice.
  Synonyms
  amend, emend, correct, alter, change, edit, copy-edit, rewrite, redraft, rescript, recast, rephrase, rework, update, revamp

Origin

Late Middle English: from French adapter, from Latin adaptare, from ad- 'to' + aptare (from aptus 'fit').

Rhymes

apt, enrapt, rapt, unmapped, untapped

Definition of adapt in US English:

adapt

verbəˈdæptəˈdapt

[with object]

1Make (something) suitable for a new use or purpose; modify.
使适应，修改，调整
hospitals have had to be adapted for modern medical practice
医院必须适应现代医学实践。
the policies can be adapted to suit individual needs and requirements
政策可以适应个人需要和要求。
mink are well adapted to hunting prey
Example sentencesExamples
- The first pair were adapted for feeding, the next four were walking legs, and the most posterior pair formed large swimming paddles.
- I also reserve the right to modify and adapt elements of the winning design both now and in the future.
- Many of them flourish in a broad range of habitats, and nearly all of them are adapted for wide dispersal.
- Birds use them for flight, and they are exquisitely adapted for flight in their subtlest details.
- Individual countries can no longer adapt monetary policy to suit their particular economic situation.
- We will make these available in a format that you can download, so you can modify or adapt them as needed.
- Before the internal combustion engine was adapted for use in fishing boats, human strength was the only means of conquering the seas.
- In modern Africa large oil drums are often adapted for the purpose.
- The ability to adapt organisational culture to suit individual needs takes many shapes and forms.
- After several years of tests, they are now modifying and adapting the system to their individual enterprises.
- The building's original gymnasium space and kitchens were adapted for Church use.
- But, for a historian, he seems incredibly obtuse about the process of historical change, particularly the way each culture adapts ideas to suit its own purposes.
- The minibuses are specially adapted for wheelchair users and the timescale to obtain a replacement is four to six months.
- She then adapts the design to suit the individual.
- We use a unique approach to training, adapting our delivery to suit individual groups.
- An existing in-house induction programme was adapted for the company's overseas staff.
- The long claws, strong leg and shoulder muscles of these bears are well adapted for digging dens and food.
- Indeed, the procedures and trappings of the hunt were adapted for military purposes.
- In the current investigation, a number of existing measures were adapted for use.
- Computer manufacturers routinely gave machines to schools at a discount or without cost, but adapting them to educational purposes proved difficult.
Synonyms
modify, alter, make alterations to, change, adjust, make adjustments to, convert, transform, redesign, restyle, refashion, remodel, reshape, revamp, rework, redo, reconstruct, reorganize
1. 1.1no object Become adjusted to new conditions.
  适应
  a large organization can be slow to adapt to change
  庞大的组织适应变化会很缓慢。
  Example sentencesExamples
  It is willing to adapt to new world conditions, and to absorb new technologies and investments.
  If this happens, it would be crucial that species could adapt to the new conditions.
  They were able to adapt to whatever the political situations or life conditions demanded.
  A decent game of football was never likely as both teams struggled to adapt to the atrocious conditions.
  Therefore, it is important to understand the mechanisms that plants use to adapt to water-limited conditions.
  That's why I had to adjust my game and adapt to the team I was with, so with that I just became a shooter.
  Even die-hard manufacturing experts believe that British industry needs to adapt to the new conditions.
  These archetypes defy history and adapt to local conditions in order to live on.
  Some of these individuals might be at an advantage over their predecessors, because they might be more able to adapt to new conditions.
  There is a good deal in this case and other writings about the need for the law to adapt to modern social conditions.
  They adapt to the conditions here, the climate, the training, the food.
  As the game went on they did adapt to the conditions and raised their game accordingly but to no avail.
  Unless batsmen have a plan worked out in their minds and adapt to the conditions they're playing in, they will make lots of mistakes.
  If that's the case, then what they need to learn to do is figure out a way to adapt to this change in market conditions.
  Without this the species would be unable to adapt to changing conditions and would eventually perish.
  TS Moorhouse blamed part of the problem on motorists who failed to adapt to the conditions.
  Being able to adapt to any hill conditions or terrain is what makes good skiers great.
  He should've adapted to us rather than trying to make us adapt to him.
  If one is to enjoy any return on the investment, one must be smart, work diligently and adapt to local conditions.
  These must be understood so plans can evolve and adapt to different conditions.
  Synonyms
  adjust, acclimatize, accommodate, attune, habituate, acculturate, conform
2. 1.2 Alter (a text) to make it suitable for filming, broadcasting, or the stage.
  改编（文本）
  the miniseries was adapted from Wouk's novel
  Example sentencesExamples
  Like Minority Report, it was heavily adapted for the screen, but in a way that's necessary.
  The story has been adapted from Hans Christian Andersen's classic original and had songs interwoven for the stage version.
  City of Spades is adapted for radio by Biyi Bandele and Directed by Toby Swift.
  As with any film that is adapted from a novel, the movie often does not do the book justice.
  The film, adapted from the novel by Robert Harris, is based in fact.
  Some of the most successful films of all time have been adapted from popular novels.
  Lord of the Flies is another in a long line of films adapted from various print material.
  I normally stay away from movies which are adapted from books I've read and enjoyed.
  When I first read the musical, which was adapted from the book by some guys in New York, I was very aware of how big it felt and how American it seemed.
  However, I remember her chiefly for the stage play The Woman in Black, which was adapted from one of her books.
  Though the film was adapted from the stage musical of the same name, all of the songs have been cut.
  The musical, which wowed the crowds when it visited Bradford last year, is adapted from the 1961 film.
  It was adapted for theatre by Marcy Kahan, from Nora Ephron's original screenplay.
  It's also a departure, his first period piece and his first film adapted from pre-existing material.
  The same can be said of any number of films adapted from fiction and nonfiction sources.
  The character of Selina Davis in Jazz - which is adapted from a short story by Jean Rhys - is a prime example.
  The show runs until January 25 and is adapted from the much loved classic book by Philippa Pearce.
  The Notebook and The Proof, by Agota Kristof, is a trilogy which has been adapted from novel to stage.
  One of my favourite films of 2001 was Wu Yen, which is adapted from a folk tale that was also made into a Cantonese opera.
  Synonyms
  amend, emend, correct, alter, change, edit, copy-edit, rewrite, redraft, rescript, recast, rephrase, rework, update, revamp

Usage

Avoid confusing adapt with adopt. Trouble sometimes arises because in adapting to new conditions, an animal or plant can be said to adopt something, such as a new color or behavior pattern

Origin

Late Middle English: from French adapter, from Latin adaptare, from ad- ‘to’ + aptare (from aptus ‘fit’).

词汇	adapt
释义	Definition of adapt in English: adapt verb əˈdaptəˈdæpt [with object] 1Make (something) suitable for a new use or purpose; modify. 使适应，修改，调整 hospitals have had to be adapted for modern medical practice 医院必须适应现代医学实践。 with object and infinitive the policies can be adapted to suit individual needs Example sentencesExamples She then adapts the design to suit the individual. Indeed, the procedures and trappings of the hunt were adapted for military purposes. Before the internal combustion engine was adapted for use in fishing boats, human strength was the only means of conquering the seas. The minibuses are specially adapted for wheelchair users and the timescale to obtain a replacement is four to six months. The first pair were adapted for feeding, the next four were walking legs, and the most posterior pair formed large swimming paddles. We will make these available in a format that you can download, so you can modify or adapt them as needed. We use a unique approach to training, adapting our delivery to suit individual groups. I also reserve the right to modify and adapt elements of the winning design both now and in the future. Birds use them for flight, and they are exquisitely adapted for flight in their subtlest details. Many of them flourish in a broad range of habitats, and nearly all of them are adapted for wide dispersal. Computer manufacturers routinely gave machines to schools at a discount or without cost, but adapting them to educational purposes proved difficult. The long claws, strong leg and shoulder muscles of these bears are well adapted for digging dens and food. An existing in-house induction programme was adapted for the company's overseas staff. The ability to adapt organisational culture to suit individual needs takes many shapes and forms. The building's original gymnasium space and kitchens were adapted for Church use. After several years of tests, they are now modifying and adapting the system to their individual enterprises. Individual countries can no longer adapt monetary policy to suit their particular economic situation. In the current investigation, a number of existing measures were adapted for use. But, for a historian, he seems incredibly obtuse about the process of historical change, particularly the way each culture adapts ideas to suit its own purposes. In modern Africa large oil drums are often adapted for the purpose. Synonyms modify, alter, make alterations to, change, adjust, make adjustments to, convert, transform, redesign, restyle, refashion, remodel, reshape, revamp, rework, redo, reconstruct, reorganize customize, tailor improve, make improvements to, amend, refine informal tweak 1.1no object Become adjusted to new conditions. 适应 a large organization can be slow to adapt to change 庞大的组织适应变化会很缓慢。 Example sentencesExamples That's why I had to adjust my game and adapt to the team I was with, so with that I just became a shooter. Being able to adapt to any hill conditions or terrain is what makes good skiers great. There is a good deal in this case and other writings about the need for the law to adapt to modern social conditions. They adapt to the conditions here, the climate, the training, the food. A decent game of football was never likely as both teams struggled to adapt to the atrocious conditions. Without this the species would be unable to adapt to changing conditions and would eventually perish. If this happens, it would be crucial that species could adapt to the new conditions. Unless batsmen have a plan worked out in their minds and adapt to the conditions they're playing in, they will make lots of mistakes. These must be understood so plans can evolve and adapt to different conditions. If that's the case, then what they need to learn to do is figure out a way to adapt to this change in market conditions. They were able to adapt to whatever the political situations or life conditions demanded. These archetypes defy history and adapt to local conditions in order to live on. If one is to enjoy any return on the investment, one must be smart, work diligently and adapt to local conditions. He should've adapted to us rather than trying to make us adapt to him. Even die-hard manufacturing experts believe that British industry needs to adapt to the new conditions. TS Moorhouse blamed part of the problem on motorists who failed to adapt to the conditions. It is willing to adapt to new world conditions, and to absorb new technologies and investments. As the game went on they did adapt to the conditions and raised their game accordingly but to no avail. Some of these individuals might be at an advantage over their predecessors, because they might be more able to adapt to new conditions. Therefore, it is important to understand the mechanisms that plants use to adapt to water-limited conditions. Synonyms adjust, acclimatize, accommodate, attune, habituate, acculturate, conform familiarize oneself with, habituate oneself to, become habituated to, get used to, orient oneself in, condition oneself to reconcile oneself to, resign oneself to, become resigned to, come to terms with, find one's way around become naturalized, become seasoned, get one's bearings, find one's feet, blend in, fit in North American acclimate 1.2 Alter (a text) to make it suitable for filming, broadcasting, or the stage. 改编（文本） the film was adapted from a Turgenev short story 电影根据屠格涅夫短篇小说改编。 Example sentencesExamples The Notebook and The Proof, by Agota Kristof, is a trilogy which has been adapted from novel to stage. One of my favourite films of 2001 was Wu Yen, which is adapted from a folk tale that was also made into a Cantonese opera. When I first read the musical, which was adapted from the book by some guys in New York, I was very aware of how big it felt and how American it seemed. The musical, which wowed the crowds when it visited Bradford last year, is adapted from the 1961 film. The story has been adapted from Hans Christian Andersen's classic original and had songs interwoven for the stage version. Lord of the Flies is another in a long line of films adapted from various print material. However, I remember her chiefly for the stage play The Woman in Black, which was adapted from one of her books. It's also a departure, his first period piece and his first film adapted from pre-existing material. The same can be said of any number of films adapted from fiction and nonfiction sources. The character of Selina Davis in Jazz - which is adapted from a short story by Jean Rhys - is a prime example. The film, adapted from the novel by Robert Harris, is based in fact. Some of the most successful films of all time have been adapted from popular novels. Though the film was adapted from the stage musical of the same name, all of the songs have been cut. It was adapted for theatre by Marcy Kahan, from Nora Ephron's original screenplay. Like Minority Report, it was heavily adapted for the screen, but in a way that's necessary. City of Spades is adapted for radio by Biyi Bandele and Directed by Toby Swift. The show runs until January 25 and is adapted from the much loved classic book by Philippa Pearce. I normally stay away from movies which are adapted from books I've read and enjoyed. As with any film that is adapted from a novel, the movie often does not do the book justice. Synonyms amend, emend, correct, alter, change, edit, copy-edit, rewrite, redraft, rescript, recast, rephrase, rework, update, revamp Origin Late Middle English: from French adapter, from Latin adaptare, from ad- 'to' + aptare (from aptus 'fit'). Rhymes apt, enrapt, rapt, unmapped, untapped Definition of adapt in US English: adapt verbəˈdæptəˈdapt [with object] 1Make (something) suitable for a new use or purpose; modify. 使适应，修改，调整 hospitals have had to be adapted for modern medical practice 医院必须适应现代医学实践。 the policies can be adapted to suit individual needs and requirements 政策可以适应个人需要和要求。 mink are well adapted to hunting prey Example sentencesExamples The first pair were adapted for feeding, the next four were walking legs, and the most posterior pair formed large swimming paddles. I also reserve the right to modify and adapt elements of the winning design both now and in the future. Many of them flourish in a broad range of habitats, and nearly all of them are adapted for wide dispersal. Birds use them for flight, and they are exquisitely adapted for flight in their subtlest details. Individual countries can no longer adapt monetary policy to suit their particular economic situation. We will make these available in a format that you can download, so you can modify or adapt them as needed. Before the internal combustion engine was adapted for use in fishing boats, human strength was the only means of conquering the seas. In modern Africa large oil drums are often adapted for the purpose. The ability to adapt organisational culture to suit individual needs takes many shapes and forms. After several years of tests, they are now modifying and adapting the system to their individual enterprises. The building's original gymnasium space and kitchens were adapted for Church use. But, for a historian, he seems incredibly obtuse about the process of historical change, particularly the way each culture adapts ideas to suit its own purposes. The minibuses are specially adapted for wheelchair users and the timescale to obtain a replacement is four to six months. She then adapts the design to suit the individual. We use a unique approach to training, adapting our delivery to suit individual groups. An existing in-house induction programme was adapted for the company's overseas staff. The long claws, strong leg and shoulder muscles of these bears are well adapted for digging dens and food. Indeed, the procedures and trappings of the hunt were adapted for military purposes. In the current investigation, a number of existing measures were adapted for use. Computer manufacturers routinely gave machines to schools at a discount or without cost, but adapting them to educational purposes proved difficult. Synonyms modify, alter, make alterations to, change, adjust, make adjustments to, convert, transform, redesign, restyle, refashion, remodel, reshape, revamp, rework, redo, reconstruct, reorganize 1.1no object Become adjusted to new conditions. 适应 a large organization can be slow to adapt to change 庞大的组织适应变化会很缓慢。 Example sentencesExamples It is willing to adapt to new world conditions, and to absorb new technologies and investments. If this happens, it would be crucial that species could adapt to the new conditions. They were able to adapt to whatever the political situations or life conditions demanded. A decent game of football was never likely as both teams struggled to adapt to the atrocious conditions. Therefore, it is important to understand the mechanisms that plants use to adapt to water-limited conditions. That's why I had to adjust my game and adapt to the team I was with, so with that I just became a shooter. Even die-hard manufacturing experts believe that British industry needs to adapt to the new conditions. These archetypes defy history and adapt to local conditions in order to live on. Some of these individuals might be at an advantage over their predecessors, because they might be more able to adapt to new conditions. There is a good deal in this case and other writings about the need for the law to adapt to modern social conditions. They adapt to the conditions here, the climate, the training, the food. As the game went on they did adapt to the conditions and raised their game accordingly but to no avail. Unless batsmen have a plan worked out in their minds and adapt to the conditions they're playing in, they will make lots of mistakes. If that's the case, then what they need to learn to do is figure out a way to adapt to this change in market conditions. Without this the species would be unable to adapt to changing conditions and would eventually perish. TS Moorhouse blamed part of the problem on motorists who failed to adapt to the conditions. Being able to adapt to any hill conditions or terrain is what makes good skiers great. He should've adapted to us rather than trying to make us adapt to him. If one is to enjoy any return on the investment, one must be smart, work diligently and adapt to local conditions. These must be understood so plans can evolve and adapt to different conditions. Synonyms adjust, acclimatize, accommodate, attune, habituate, acculturate, conform 1.2 Alter (a text) to make it suitable for filming, broadcasting, or the stage. 改编（文本） the miniseries was adapted from Wouk's novel Example sentencesExamples Like Minority Report, it was heavily adapted for the screen, but in a way that's necessary. The story has been adapted from Hans Christian Andersen's classic original and had songs interwoven for the stage version. City of Spades is adapted for radio by Biyi Bandele and Directed by Toby Swift. As with any film that is adapted from a novel, the movie often does not do the book justice. The film, adapted from the novel by Robert Harris, is based in fact. Some of the most successful films of all time have been adapted from popular novels. Lord of the Flies is another in a long line of films adapted from various print material. I normally stay away from movies which are adapted from books I've read and enjoyed. When I first read the musical, which was adapted from the book by some guys in New York, I was very aware of how big it felt and how American it seemed. However, I remember her chiefly for the stage play The Woman in Black, which was adapted from one of her books. Though the film was adapted from the stage musical of the same name, all of the songs have been cut. The musical, which wowed the crowds when it visited Bradford last year, is adapted from the 1961 film. It was adapted for theatre by Marcy Kahan, from Nora Ephron's original screenplay. It's also a departure, his first period piece and his first film adapted from pre-existing material. The same can be said of any number of films adapted from fiction and nonfiction sources. The character of Selina Davis in Jazz - which is adapted from a short story by Jean Rhys - is a prime example. The show runs until January 25 and is adapted from the much loved classic book by Philippa Pearce. The Notebook and The Proof, by Agota Kristof, is a trilogy which has been adapted from novel to stage. One of my favourite films of 2001 was Wu Yen, which is adapted from a folk tale that was also made into a Cantonese opera. Synonyms amend, emend, correct, alter, change, edit, copy-edit, rewrite, redraft, rescript, recast, rephrase, rework, update, revamp Usage Avoid confusing adapt with adopt. Trouble sometimes arises because in adapting to new conditions, an animal or plant can be said to adopt something, such as a new color or behavior pattern Origin Late Middle English: from French adapter, from Latin adaptare, from ad- ‘to’ + aptare (from aptus ‘fit’).
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