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Adjective
made more fit for a particular purpose
As the Rim Fire menaces Yosemite, tree experts expect the big trees to survive. Full-grown sequoias are adapted to survive even the hottest wildfires. They have fibrous, fire-resistant bark that can grow up to two feet thick.
Adjective
put in a neat, attractive, or required order
The Catacombs of Paris are a famous, creepy, underground ossuary filled with bones and skulls arranged in all manner of patterns.
Verb
made a choice or resolution to do something
Wearing the color green became a show of commitment to Ireland, but the show of solidarity took a spectacular turn when the city of Chicago decided to dye their river green.
Adjective
in a suitable condition to do or deal with something
The Search and Rescue team used GPS coordinates from the cellphone call and found the lost hikers at 9:30PM. "The couple was in no way prepared for such a hike. They were out of water, took no food, and wore light clothing."
Adjective
deserving of or fit for
If the NBA were to retire #23 leaguewide, the newly inducted Hall of Famer says there are several more players just as worthy of the distinction.