adaption
Definition
Noun: 1. The process of change by which an organism or species becomes better suited to its environment. This is the core biological meaning, referring to the evolutionary process or an individual's physiological adjustment. 2. The act or process of modifying something to fit a new use or situation. This broader meaning applies to non-biological contexts, such as adjusting behavior, ideas, or objects.
Usage
- The noun "adaption" is typically used in formal or academic contexts, especially in biology and ecology. It often describes a or a of that process.
- It is frequently followed by the preposition "to" to indicate what is being adapted to (e.g., adaption climate change).
- Note on Spelling: "Adaption" is a valid but less common variant of "adaptation." In modern usage, "adaptation" is significantly more frequent.
Examples
Biological/Environmental Context:
- Polar bears' white fur is a result of evolutionary adaption to the Arctic environment.
- The rapid adaption of the bacteria to the antibiotic alarmed the researchers.
- Human physiological adaption to high altitudes involves producing more red blood cells.
General/Non-Biological Context:
- The company's successful adaption to the digital market saved it from bankruptcy.
- Her quick adaption to the new school system was impressive.
- The film is a loose adaption of the classic novel.
Advanced Usage
- "In a state of adaption": Describes an ongoing process of adjustment.
- The coral reefs are in a constant state of adaption to changing ocean temperatures.
- "Adaption period": Refers to a specific timeframe for adjustment.
- New employees are given a two-week adaption period to learn the software.
Variants and Related Words
- Adapt (verb): To make suitable or to adjust.
- Animals must adapt to survive.
- Adaptation (noun): The more common spelling of "adaption," with identical meanings.
- Adaptive (adjective): Having the capacity for or showing adaptation.
- The species showed remarkable adaptive traits.
- Adaptability (noun): The quality of being able to adjust to new conditions.
- Her adaptability made her an excellent manager.
Synonyms
- Adjustment
- Acclimatization/Acclimation
- Modification
- Alteration
- Evolution (in a biological sense)
Antonyms
- Maladaptation
- Inadaptability
- Rigidity
- Failure to adjust
Noun
-
the process of adapting to something (such as environmental conditions)
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