adaptive
əˈdæptɪv
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Definition of adaptive - Reverso English Dictionary

Adjective

1.
change capabilityTECH.capable of undergoing change to suit new environmentsTECH.
  • The adaptive design allowed the building to withstand earthquakes.
flexible modifiable versatile
2.
psychologyTECH.helping an individual function well in societyTECH.
  • Her adaptive nature made her popular among peers.
accommodative adjustive
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Expressions with adaptive

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change or reaction that helps deal with new situations
The immune system has an adaptive response to new viruses.
instruction that tailors materials and speed to each student, often via software
The app uses adaptive learning to match lessons to each student’s progress.
system of multiple antennas that automatically changes pattern to improve signals
The base station used an adaptive array to reduce interference from nearby transmitters.
optical system in telescopes reducing effects of Earth's atmosphere
Adaptive optics helps telescopes see stars more clearly.
evolution of many species from one ancestor in different environments
Adaptive radiation led to many finch species on the islands.
system that changes its behavior when conditions or inputs around it change
The thermostat is part of an adaptive system controlling the building's temperature.

Origin of adaptive

Latin, adaptare (to adjust)

Terms with adaptive included in their meaning

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clinical
condition with IQ below 70 and limited adaptive skills
adaptive lenses
eyeglasses with lenses that darken in sunlight
psychological balance
psychological equilibrium maintained by adaptive processes
ACCacr.
acr: adaptive cruise control
system that keeps car speed steady
helpful adaptive
in a helpful, cooperative, or adaptive way towards others
computers
method in machine learning that updates model weights using adaptive gradient steps
AMRacr.
acr: Adaptive Multi-Rate
audio compression format used in mobile phones
ASEacr.
acr: Adaptive Server Enterprise
database software for managing and storing data

Examples of adaptive in a sentence

  • The software's adaptive features improved user experience.
  • His adaptive skills helped him in new environments.
  • The adaptive approach improved her social interactions.

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  1. French:adaptatif, adaptable, ...
  2. German:adaptiv, ...
  3. Italian:adattabile, adattivo, ...
  4. Spanish:adaptable, adaptativa, ...
  5. Portuguese:adaptável, adaptativo, ...
  6. Chinese:可调节的, 有适应能力的, ...
  7. Japanese:適応的な, 適応力のある, ...
  8. Arabic:تَكَيُّفِيّ, مُتَكَيِّف, ...
  9. Hebrew:סִתְגַּלְּנִי, סִתְגַּלְנִי, ...
  10. Russian:адаптивный, гибкий, ...
  11. Ukrainian:адаптивний, ...
  12. Hindi:अनुकूलनीय, समायोज्य, ...
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