compatible

[kəmˈpætəbl]

compatible Definition

• 1. able to exist or occur together without conflict
• 2. able to be used with a particular type of computer, machine, device, etc.

Using compatible: Examples

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

• Example

  Their personalities were so compatible that they became best friends.

• Example

  This software is not compatible with your operating system.

• Example

  The new printer is compatible with both Mac and Windows computers.

compatible Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for compatible

• harmonious
• congruous
• consistent
• suitable
• coherent

Antonyms for compatible

• conflicting
• incompatible

Phrases with compatible

• compatible with

  able to be used with a particular type of computer, machine, device, etc.

  Example

  This printer is compatible with both Mac and Windows computers.

• socially compatible

  having similar personalities and interests, able to get along well with each other

  Example

  They are socially compatible and enjoy spending time together.

• compatible blood types

  blood types that can be safely transfused into a person without causing an adverse reaction

  Example

  Her blood type is AB positive, which is compatible with all other blood types.

Origins of compatible

from Medieval Latin 'compatibilis', from Latin 'compati' meaning 'suffer with'

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Summary: compatible in Brief

The term 'compatible' [kəmˈpætəbl] refers to the ability of things to exist or occur together without conflict. It can describe people who have similar personalities and interests, as in 'Their personalities were so compatible that they became best friends.' It can also refer to the ability of machines or devices to work together, as in 'This software is not compatible with your operating system.'