Pronunciation: /əˈdæptəd/

Definitions of adapted

verb to make suitable for a new use or purpose; modify

Example Sentences

A1 She adapted quickly to her new job.

A2 The book was adapted into a movie.

B1 The company adapted its marketing strategy to appeal to a younger audience.

B2 The software was adapted to work on different operating systems.

C1 The novel was adapted for the stage with great success.

C2 The team adapted their tactics to counter their opponent's strong defense.

adjective changed or adjusted to suit a new purpose or situation

Example Sentences

A1 I watched an adapted version of the classic novel for beginners.

A2 The movie was adapted from a popular book series.

B1 The play was adapted for a younger audience.

B2 The software was adapted to work on different operating systems.

C1 The novel was skillfully adapted into a screenplay by the talented writer.

C2 The technology was adapted to meet the specific needs of the company.

Examples of adapted in a Sentence

formal The novel was adapted into a successful film by a renowned director.

informal They adapted the recipe to include healthier ingredients.

slang I adapted my outfit to fit in with the latest trends.

figurative She adapted to the new job quickly, showing her ability to learn and grow.

Grammatical Forms of adapted

past tense

adapted

plural

adapted

comparative

more adapted

superlative

most adapted

present tense

adapt

future tense

will adapt

perfect tense

have adapted

continuous tense

is adapting

singular

adapts

positive degree

adapted

infinitive

to adapt

gerund

adapting

participle

adapted

Origin and Evolution of adapted

First Known Use: 0015 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'adapted' originated from the Latin word 'adaptare' which means 'to fit'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'adapted' has evolved to refer to the action of making something suitable for a new use or purpose.