Choose the correct meaning pair: ‘Adapt’ and ‘Adopt’ differ in that ‘Adapt’ means:
ATo take up or start using something
BTo purchase something new
CTo become legally responsible for a child
DTo adjust to new conditions
Explanation
– ‘Adapt’ means to adjust or become accustomed to new conditions.
– ‘Adopt’ means to take up or start using an idea, method, or a child legally.
– Example: They had to adapt to the new climate after they decided to adopt the policy.
Exam Relevance
- Topic: Pair of Words
- Subtopic: Confusing Word Pairs

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