English · Work & Business
adaptable
/əˈdæp.tə.bəl/
[/əˈdæp.tə.bəl/]
able to adjust to change
Advancedadjective
Definition
Someone adaptable can adjust readily to new conditions and challenges. Adaptability is a prized skill in a fast-changing world.
Example
In uncertain times, adaptable teams thrive.
In uncertain times, adaptable teams thrive.
Etymology
From 'adapt', from Latin 'adaptare', meaning to fit to.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in talks on resilience, careers, and change.