Synonyms of adaptation

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• adjustment
• adaption
• acclimation
• transformation
• acclimatization
• alteration
• conversion
• conformation
• modification
• accommodation
• readjustment
• revision
• readaptation
• correction
• harmonization
• attunement
• makeover
• refit

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• maladaptation

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of adaptation

Analysis showed its feathers had underwater adaptations seen in aquatic birds today. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 10 Sep. 2026

His novels have been made into films that have collectively grossed more than $750 million worldwide, with Sparks serving as a producer on several adaptations. — Jennifer Maas, Variety, 10 Sep. 2026

For the 1998 film directed by Griffin Dunne, Hoffman took a hands-off approach with the adaptation process. — Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 10 Sep. 2026

Teams that have developed healthy feedback cultures typically report higher job satisfaction, greater creativity and collaboration, faster adaptation, lower turnover and more wins. — Brent Daub, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2026