READAPTATION Synonyms: 19 Similar and Opposite Words

readaptation

noun

Definition of readaptation

as in adaptation

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Noun

For the past month, the women of Christopher Nolan’s adaptation have used the red carpet and other press events to interpret the mood and mythology of the film in different, yet cohesive, ways.

— Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2026
The movie itself disappoints him for its deviations from the Stephen King novel (including this detail may help preempt criticisms over this adaptation), but he’s also distracted by the presence of a strikingly handsome stranger (Homer Gere).

— Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of adaptation

Noun

This may be a helpful readjustment for your husband.

— R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2026
As the second day of Group of Seven discussions proceed in Paris, the aftermath of a bond-market readjustment factoring in more inflation has raised the burden of proof needed to keep borrowing costs unchanged.

— Craig Stirling, Bloomberg, 19 May 2026

Definition of readjustment

Noun

Choose the system, habit, or adjustment that makes everyday care feel less like duty and more like devotion.

— Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 6 Aug. 2026
Neighbors said the temporary adjustment during the recent Bohemian Grove gathering dramatically reduced the number of aircraft flying over their homes.

— Kenny Choi, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of adjustment

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