Not typical, usual, or regular; unusual; irregular

Examples

• The doctor noticed an abnormal growth on the X-ray and recommended the patient for further tests.
• His behavior was so abnormal that even his closest friends grew concerned.
• Abnormal weather and rainfall patterns are causing flash flooding in regions that are usually dry.

Takes in or soaks up (energy, liquid, or information)

Example

• A sponge can absorb a large amount of water.
• Plants absorb sunlight to produce energy through photosynthesis.
• It took her a moment to absorb the shocking news.

The quality of being correct or exact

Examples:

• The scientist double-checked her data to ensure the accuracy of the results.
• His accuracy in shooting made him the best player on the team.
• GPS systems have greatly improved in accuracy over the years.

Used to something

Examples:

• She quickly became accustomed to the cold weather after moving to Canada.
• I'm not yet accustomed to waking up so early every day.
• He is accustomed to speaking in public and rarely gets nervous.

Changed from its original form.

Examples

• You can watch the movie that was adapted from a best-selling novel.
• You quickly adapted to your new school environment.
• You adapted the software to work on your phone.

1. To take and use something as your own:

Example:

• They decided to adopt a new policy at work.

2. To legally take a child or pet into your family.

Example:

• We adopted two children last year
• They adopted a puppy from the shelter.

3. To accept or start to follow something.

Example:

• She adopted a healthier lifestyle.
• The company adopted the latest technology to improve efficiency.

Suggestion or guidance

Ready to attack or confront; forceful and pushy

Changed or modified

Very old; from a long time ago