adjective

compatible

compatible, suitable, consistent

This printer is compatible with most computers.

This printer is compatible with most computers.

They are a very compatible couple.

They are a very compatible couple.

((to be)) compatible ((with sth./sb.)) to be suitable for use with something/somebody This printer is compatible with most computers.

Synonyms: suitable, well-matched, consistent; Antonyms: incompatible, conflicting

From Latin 'com-' (together) + 'pati' (to suffer, endure), meaning 'able to endure together'.

If two things are 'compatible', they can 'co-exist patiently' (com + pati) with each other.

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