maladaptive

[mal-uh-dap-tiv]

maladaptive Definition

• 1. not providing adequate or appropriate adjustment to the environment or situation
• 2. not conducive to adaptation or adjustment

Using maladaptive: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "maladaptive" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  His maladaptive behavior led to his expulsion from school.

• Example

  The company's maladaptive policies led to its decline.

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  Her maladaptive coping mechanisms only made her anxiety worse.

maladaptive Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for maladaptive

• dysfunctional
• unhelpful
• unsuitable

Antonyms for maladaptive

• adaptive
• functional
• suitable

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Summary: maladaptive in Brief

'Maladaptive' [mal-uh-dap-tiv] describes something that is not suitable or effective for a given situation or environment. It is often used to describe behaviors, policies, or coping mechanisms that do not lead to positive outcomes. Examples include 'His maladaptive behavior led to his expulsion from school.' and 'Her maladaptive coping mechanisms only made her anxiety worse.'