adaptation
Meaning
Adaptation refers to the process or result of adjusting or modifying an organism, system, or concept in response to changing environmental conditions or requirements, thereby enhancing its functionality, survivability, or relevance in a specific context.
💡 While "adaptation" is commonly used in both scientific and literary contexts, it is important to distinguish between biological adaptations, which are often evolutionary in nature, and cultural or technological adaptations, which may involve conscious decision-making processes.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
When
the
new
tram
line
opened
near
her
neighbourhood
,
Miriam
noticed
a
gradual
shift
in
the
caf
é
's
clientele
and
decided
that
a
careful
adaptation
of
the
menu
and
layout
was
necessary
.
She
introduced
a
few
seasonal
dishes
and
rearranged
the
seating
to
create
a
more
intimate
ambience
,
paying
attention
to
how
light
and
sound
influenced
conversation
.
Customers
responded
with
steady
,
thoughtful
feedback
,
praising
the
warmer
d
é
cor
but
suggesting
that
some
prices
be
adjusted
.
Rather
than
making
abrupt
changes
,
Miriam
implemented
adjustments
incrementally
,
which
allowed
her
to
monitor
sales
and
preserve
the
caf
é
's
essential
character
.
By
the
end
of
a
summer
of
experiments
she
understood
that
adaptation
often
means
subtle
refinement
rather
than
radical
overhaul
.
Common Phrases
ecological adaptation
cultural adaptation
adaptive strategies
Synonyms
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