adaptations

NOUN

act of adapting

Synonyms

STRONGEST

reworking transformation variation

STRONG

adjustment adoption alteration conversion modification shift

WEAK

refitting remodeling

NOUN

condition of something resulting from change

Synonyms

STRONG

acclimatization agreement compliance correspondence familiarization habituation naturalization

WEAK

accustomedness assuefaction

Antonyms

STRONG

disagreement

Example Sentences

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The book’s many film adaptations are a testimony to its cultural influence and the characters’ trueness to life.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 19, 2026

Scientists say the finding offers valuable insight into how mimicry evolves and the ecological functions these adaptations can serve.

From Science Daily • Jun. 17, 2026

Chesterton published between 1910 and 1936, and inspired a radio drama, several movies and several TV adaptations.

From Salon • Jun. 16, 2026

Trudeau worries that whatever adaptations are eventually adopted won’t keep pace with a rapidly warming planet.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

The many wild plants with such adaptations include wheat, barley, peas, flax, and sunflowers.

From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond