B2adjectiveworkpsychology
US/əˈdæp.tə.bəl/
UK/əˈdæp.tə.bəl/
able to change easily to suit new conditions
In context
Young children are very adaptable and learn a new language quickly.
We need adaptable workers who can handle different tasks.
The company stayed adaptable and changed its products as tastes shifted.
Words that go with adaptable
adverb + adjective
- highly adaptableCats are highly adaptable animals.
- remarkably adaptableChildren are remarkably adaptable in a new school.
adjective + preposition
- adaptable toShe is adaptable to almost any situation.
adjective + noun
- adaptable approachA more adaptable approach would save time.
- adaptable workforceAn adaptable workforce helps firms survive.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
He is adaptable with new culture.Correct: He is adaptable to a new culture.