adaptation
|ad/ap/ta/tion|
/ˌædæpˈteɪʃən/
adjustment to fit
Etymology
'adaptation' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'adaptatio,' where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'aptare' meant 'to fit.'
'adaptatio' transformed into the French word 'adaptation,' and eventually became the modern English word 'adaptation' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'to fit or adjust,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process of changing to suit different conditions or a new environment.
The adaptation of animals to their environment is crucial for survival.
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Noun 2
a film, book, play, etc., that has been made from another form, such as a novel or a play.
The movie is an adaptation of a popular novel.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35