Acclimatable

/əˈklaɪmətəbəl/ adjective

Definition

Capable of being acclimated or adjusted to a new climate or environment.

Etymology

From 'acclimate' (to adjust to climate) combined with '-able' (capable of). The root 'acclimate' comes from French 'acclimater,' blending 'à' (to) and 'climat' (climate).

Kelly Says

Plants and animals with this quality are nature's ultimate survivors—think of how kudzu from Asia became acclimatable to the American South so well that it's now considered an invasive pest!

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