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Adaptation and flexibility – English vocabulary

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12 English words with meanings: accustom to, adjustment, alternative, expand, extend… Study them with flashcards, quizzes and AI speaking practice on…

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  1. accustom to /ə'kʌstəm tu:/ (verb) — become familiar
    Example: It took me a few weeks to accustom to the new schedule.
    Synonyms: adapt to, adjust to, get used to
  2. adjustment /ə'dʒʌstmənt/ (noun) — a small change
    Example: A small adjustment to the settings improved the machine’s performance.
    Synonyms: modification, alteration, change
  3. alternative /ɔ:l'tɜ:rnətɪv/ (noun) — another choice
    Example: We need an alternative plan in case it rains.
    Synonyms: option, substitute, choice
  4. expand /ɪk'spænd/ (verb) — to make bigger
    Example: The company plans to expand into new markets next year.
    Synonyms: enlarge, extend, broaden
  5. extend /ɪk'stɛnd/ (verb) — to make something longer or bigger
    Example: The company plans to extend its services to more countries next year.
    Synonyms: expand, lengthen, broaden
  6. flexibly /'flek.sə.bli/ (adverb) — in a way that can change easily
    Example: She works flexibly, adjusting her hours to meet project needs.
    Synonyms: adaptably, versatilely, adjustably
  7. go ahead /ɡoʊ ə'hɛd/ (verb) — to proceed; to start doing something
    Example: After some hesitation, they decided to go ahead with the project.
    Synonyms: proceed, continue, move forward
  8. keep up with /ki:p ʌp wɪð/ (phrasal verb) — to move or learn as fast as others
    Example: It's hard to keep up with all the new technology.
    Synonyms: stay informed, stay updated, match pace
  9. mix-up /mɪks ʌp/ (noun) — a mistake or confusion
    Example: There was a mix-up with the hotel reservations.
    Synonyms: confusion, error, mess
  10. regardless /rɪ'ɡɑ:rdləs/ (adverb) — without being stopped by problems
    Example: He continued working regardless of the difficulties.
    Synonyms: despite, in spite of, notwithstanding
  11. revolution /,rev.ə'lu:.ʃən/ (noun) — a big change in how things work
    Example: The industrial revolution changed the way people worked.
    Synonyms: uprising, transformation, rebellion
  12. usually /'ju:ʒuəli/ (adverb) — most of the time; normally
    Example: She usually goes for a walk after dinner.
    Synonyms: normally, commonly, ordinarily

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