Definitions for adaptability
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1. adaptabilitynoun

   the ability to change (or be changed) to fit changed circumstances

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1. adaptabilitynoun

   The quality of being adaptable; a quality that renders adaptable.

2. adaptabilitynoun

   Variability in respect to, or under the influence of, external conditions; susceptibility of an organism to that variation whereby it becomes suited to or fitted for its conditions of environment; the capacity of an organism to be modified by circumstances.

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1. Adaptability

   Adaptability (Latin: adaptō "fit to, adjust") is a feature of a system or of a process. This word has been put to use as a specialised term in different disciplines and in business operations. Word definitions of adaptability as a specialised term differ little from dictionary definitions. According to Andresen and Gronau adaptability in the field of organizational management can in general be seen as an ability to change something or oneself to fit to occurring changes. In ecology, adaptability has been described as the ability to cope with unexpected disturbances in the environment. With respect to business and manufacturing systems and processes, adaptability has come to be seen increasingly as an important factor for their efficiency and economic success. In contrast, adaptability and efficiency are held to be in opposition to each other in biological and ecological systems, requiring a trade-off, since both are important factors in the success of such systems. To determine the adaptability of a process or a system, it should be validated concerning some criteria.

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1. adaptability

   Adaptability refers to the ability or capacity to change or adjust one's behavior, actions, or approach in response to new conditions, circumstances, or challenges. It involves being flexible and versatile in order to meet different demands or to adjust to new environments and situations effectively.

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1. Adaptabilitynoun

   alt. of Adaptableness

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1. Adaptability

   Adaptability is a feature of a system or of a process. This word has been put to use as a specialised term in different disciplines and in business operations. Word definitions of adaptability as a specialised term differ little from dictionary definitions. According to Andresen and Gronau adaptability in the field of organisational management can in general be seen as an ability to change something or oneself to fit to occurring changes. In ecology, adaptability has been described as the ability to cope with unexpected disturbances in the environment. However, the word definitions in these fields are just the starting points for detailed analysis of system adaptability. With respect to business and manufacturing systems and processes adaptability has come to be seen increasingly as an important factor for their efficiency and economic success. In contrast, adaptability and efficiency are held to be in opposition to each other in biological and ecological systems, requiring a trade-off, since both are important factors in the success of such systems. To determine the adaptability of a process or a system, it should be validated concerning some criteria.

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1. adaptability

   Able to adjust to many different situations in life, like growth, change, peoples, space, touch, greatness of mind, times.

   
   

   Submitted by anonymous on April 9, 2018  

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of adaptability in Chaldean Numerology is: 4

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of adaptability in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3

Examples of adaptability in a Sentence

1. Bryan Johnson:

   The future is like a Category 5 hurricane that’s going to bear down on us with so much force the single greatest thing we can do as a species is work on our adaptability to change.

2. Zeke Smith:

   I got through the past nine months by bringing my friends and family really close and relying on their love, what I've taken from 'Survivor' is that the muscles of resilience and adaptability have been strengthened, so that I can confront whatever challenges life brings me.

3. Aloo Denish Obiero:

   Rigidity invites vulnerability; flexibility breeds adaptability.

4. Murithi Mutiga:

   In the past, the security forces concentrated their efforts in parts of the country that are Muslim majority, Muslim-dominated, now it's much harder because al Shabaab has shown its adaptability by recruiting from outside the traditional areas.

5. Chief Executive Claudio Descalzi:

   The result will be a portfolio that is more balanced and integrated and will be stronger for its adaptability and competitive shareholder remuneration.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=adaptability
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Adaptability
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adaptability
4. ^ ChatGPT
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5. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/adaptability
6. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=adaptability