compatible
kəmˈpætɪbl̩
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Adjective

1.
harmoniousable to exist or work together without conflict
  • The software is compatible with all Windows versions..
congruent consistent harmonious
2.
technologyTECH.capable of being used together without modificationTECH.
  • This printer is compatible with most computers.
congruent harmonious interoperable
3.
consistencyconsistent or congruous with something
  • The new policy is compatible with our values.
congruent consistent harmonious
4.
relationshipRareable to form successful relationshipsRare
  • They are compatible and share many interests.
harmonious well-matched
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Expressions with compatible

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software that works with other software or hardware
The new printer requires compatible software to function properly.
able to work with older hardware or software
The new software is fully backward compatible with the previous version..
able to work with different systems or devices
The software is cross-compatible with Windows and macOS.
able to work with certain computer programs
This printer is software-compatible with Windows 10.
able to work with older versions or systems
The new software is backwards compatible with older operating systems.
able to work with future systems or versions
This software is forward compatible with upcoming updates.

Origin of compatible

Latin, com (with) + patibilis (sufferable)

Terms with compatible included in their meaning

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style situation
match or be compatible with something else
relationship
everyone has a compatible partner or friend
compatibility
compatible or matching well with something or someone
contradictory
not compatible or in agreement
suitedadj.
relationship
compatible in a relationship or partnership
relationship
compatible and interact effectively
compatibility
make things compatible or in agreement
onen.
relationship
particularly special or compatible person or thing

Examples of compatible in a sentence

  • The new charger is compatible with multiple devices.
  • The software is compatible with both Windows and Mac.
  • These headphones are compatible with all smartphone models.
  • Their personalities are compatible, making them great friends.
  • The software is compatible with all operating systems.
  • Their personalities are compatible, leading to a harmonious friendship.

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  1. French:compatible, approprié, ...
  2. German:kompatibel, vereinbar, ...
  3. Italian:compatibile, interoperabile, ...
  4. Spanish:armonioso, congruente, ...
  5. Portuguese:compatível, adequado, ...
  6. Chinese:兼容, 兼容的, ...
  7. Japanese:互換性がある, 互換性のある, ...
  8. Arabic:مُتَوَافِق, مُتَلَائِم, ...
  9. Hebrew:תּוֹאֵם, תּוֹאַם, ...
  10. Russian:совместимый, сочетаемый, ...
  11. Ukrainian:сумісний, відповідний, ...
  12. Hindi:संगत, अनुरूप, ...
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