GRE Word List
ADAPT
to make fit (as for a new use) often by modification
The meaning of the word adapt is to make fit (as for a new use) often by modification.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| subtlety | the quality or state of being subtle |
| brackish | somewhat salty |
| astronomical | of or relating to astronomy |
| lush | growing vigorously especially with luxuriant foliage |
| egoism | a doctrine that individual self-interest is the actual motive of all conscious action |
| prone | having a tendency or inclination : being likely |
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| reciprocal | inversely related : opposite |