adapt
Translation
to adapt, to adjust, to modify
Examples
You must adapt to new situations.
You must adapt to new situations.
They adapted the book for television.
They adapted the book for television.
Grammar Patterns
((oneself)) ((to sth.)) to adjust to new conditions You must adapt to new situations.
((sth.)) ((for sth.)) to modify something for a new use They adapted the book for television.
Similar Words
Synonyms: adjust, modify, conform; Antonyms: resist
Etymology
From Latin 'adaptare' (to fit), from 'ad-' (to) + 'aptare' (to fit).
Memory Tips
Think 'add' + 'apt' (suitable). You 'add' changes to make something 'apt' or suitable for a new purpose.