maladaptation

The word “maladaptation” has 5 syllables: mal-ad-ap-ta-tion

It's pronounced as /ˌmæl.ædæpˈteɪ.ʃən/


What is synonym and antonym for maladaptation?

In the thesaurus, “maladaptation” has 30 synonyms and 10 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for maladaptation along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for maladaptation

  • conflict
  • contrast
  • deviance
  • disagreement
  • discord
  • discordance
  • discrepancy
  • disparateness
  • disparity
  • dissension
  • dissent
  • dissention
  • dissidence
  • dissimilarity
  • distinction
  • distinctiveness
  • distinctness
  • disunity
  • divergence
  • diverseness
  • diversity
  • friction
  • incompatibility
  • incongruence
  • incongruity
  • incongruousness
  • strife
  • unlikeness
  • variability
  • variance

Antonyms for maladaptation

Meanings of maladaptation

  • noun
    1. The state of being poorly adapted to an environment.

Example Sentences

  • The animal's maladaptation to the changing climate led to its population decline.
  • His maladaptation to the fast-paced city life caused him significant stress.
  • Over time, the community's maladaptation to modern technology became evident.
  • The doctor's research focused on the maladaptation of certain species in urban environments.
  • Maladaptation to new cultural norms can sometimes hinder an individual's ability to thrive in a foreign country.

On this page you'll find 40 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to maladaptation, such as: acclimation, acclimatization, accommodation, acculturation, adaptation, adaption, adjustment.

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