accommodate
To adapt or make adjustments to meet someone's needs
Examples
In a meeting
“We can accommodate your request for flexible working hours.”
Over coffee
“This restaurant can accommodate large groups with advance notice.”
Why this word
adjust
accommodate implies making changes specifically to meet others' needs or special requirements
adapt
accommodate focuses on making room for or fitting in someone's needs, more responsive to others
help
accommodate specifically means providing what is needed to meet particular requirements or preferences
Usage tip
Use when making special arrangements or adjustments for others; shows flexibility and consideration
Etymology
Latin 'accommodare' from 'ad-' (to) + 'commodus' (fitting) from 'com-' (with) + 'modus' (measure)
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Think about a decision or opinion again with the possibility of changing it
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interchangeable
Able to be exchanged or substituted with one another
alternative
Another option or choice available
waive
To voluntarily give up a right, claim, or requirement
asynchronous
Not occurring at the same time; allowing for flexible timing