accommodate (B1)
verb
Pronunciation: /əˈkɒm.ə.deɪt/
Definition
To provide lodging or sufficient space for someone or something; to adapt or adjust to a new situation or condition; to settle a dispute or find a compromise.
Examples
The new stadium can accommodate 50,000 fans.
We need to accommodate the changing needs of our customers.
The two parties finally accommodated their differences to reach an agreement.
How to Use accommodate
- accommodate someone/something (prepositional phrase)
- To provide space, lodging, or facilities for someone or something. — "The hotel can accommodate our large group."
- accommodate to something (prepositional phrase)
- To adapt or adjust oneself to new conditions or circumstances. — "It took him a while to accommodate to the new working environment."
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