Compatible

B2 8+

Pronunciation: /kəmˈpætəbəl/

Definitions of compatible

noun a person or thing that is able to exist or work together without conflict

Example Sentences

A1 My laptop and printer are compatible.

A2 The software is not compatible with older operating systems.

B1 It is important to check if the new software is compatible with your device.

B2 The new update is compatible with most devices on the market.

C1 The compatibility of the new system with existing infrastructure needs to be assessed.

C2 The project manager ensured that all components were compatible before implementation.

adjective able to exist or work together without conflict

Example Sentences

A1 My new phone is compatible with all of my old accessories.

A2 The software update is compatible with most operating systems.

B1 It is important to ensure that the new printer is compatible with your computer.

B2 The new video game console is compatible with virtual reality technology.

C1 The new software is fully compatible with the company's existing IT infrastructure.

C2 The two systems are not fully compatible, which is causing issues with data transfer.

Examples of compatible in a Sentence

formal The new software update is fully compatible with all operating systems.

informal I hope our phones are compatible so we can share files easily.

slang Dude, are you sure your gaming console is compatible with the latest games?

figurative Their personalities are so compatible, it's like they were meant to be together.

Grammatical Forms of compatible

past tense

compatibled

plural

compatibles

comparative

more compatible

superlative

most compatible

present tense

compatible

future tense

will be compatible

perfect tense

has been compatible

continuous tense

is being compatible

singular

compatible

positive degree

compatible

infinitive

to be compatible

gerund

compatibly

participle

compatibly

Origin and Evolution of compatible

First Known Use: 1425 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'compatible' originated from the Latin word 'compatibilis', which means 'able to exist together'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'compatible' has evolved to refer to things that are able to work together harmoniously or without conflict, especially in the context of technology and relationships.