CEFR B2

adaptations

noun

Meaning

Changes or modifications made to an organism or object to better suit a new environment or purpose.

Examples

Desert plants have developed unique adaptations to store water during long periods of drought.
The film is one of the most successful adaptations of a classic novel ever produced.

Synonyms: changes, adjustments, modifications, mutations

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adaptations (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌædæpˈteɪʃənz/

Definition

Changes or modifications made to an organism or object to better suit a new environment or purpose.

Examples

Desert plants have developed unique adaptations to store water during long periods of drought.
The film is one of the most successful adaptations of a classic novel ever produced.
Successful businesses often require constant adaptations to keep pace with changing market demands.

How to Use adaptations

adaptations to (prepositional phrase): changes made in response to a specific need or environment. — "The company made necessary adaptations to the software to ensure it worked on older computers."
adaptations of (prepositional phrase): versions of a source material. — "There have been many adaptations of the story, but the original play remains the best."

Synonyms of adaptations

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