ADAPTATION Synonyms: 19 Similar and Opposite Words

adaptation

noun

ˌa-ˌdap-ˈtā-shən

as in adjustment

the act or process of changing something to fit a new use or situation a careful adaptation of the book for the silver screen could take several years

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Antonyms & Near Antonyms

maladaptation

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Recent Examples of adaptation The adaptation draws from Dhankhar’s reporting on one of India’s most prominent criminal cases. —

Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 27 May 2026 Additionally, Halpern and Schumacker are attached to write and direct a feature film adaptation of Halpern’s debut novel, Get Lost, set to be published in July. —

Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 27 May 2026 Film, television, and games Sun Wukong has been a central figure in film and television adaptations. —

Frannie Comstock, Encyclopedia Britannica, 26 May 2026 Grande is currently working on her eighth album, Petal, which marks a return to music following her starring role in the film adaptation of Wicked. —

Kiana Mickles, Pitchfork, 20 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for adaptation

Recent Examples of Synonyms for adaptation

Noun

There was no need for adjustment.

— Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 28 May 2026
These algorithms factor in variables such as a base rate, distance, tolls, surcharges, surge multipliers, booking fees, route adjustments, promotions, time of day, and even the behavior of individual workers and consumers.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 28 May 2026