Nonadaptive

adj

adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Not adaptive; unable to adapt. not-comparable
Adjective
  1. 1
    (of a trait or condition) failing to serve an adjustive purpose wordnet

Synonyms

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dysfunctionaldysfunctional

Etymology

From non- + adaptive.

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