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com·pat·i·ble

compatible

 
 
pronunciation:
km pae t bl
features:
Word Combinations (adjective), Word Parts
part of speech: adjective
definition 1: able to exist or function harmoniously with another.
Your old printer may not be compatible with your new computer.Fortunately, the three of us are very compatible roommates.
 
synonyms:
concordant, conformable, congenial, harmonious
antonyms:
discordant, incompatible, irreconcilable
similar words:
at one, companionate, concurrent, consonant, fitting, similar, suitable
definition 2: consistent; congruous.
The detective's theory is compatible with the evidence.These symptoms are compatible with a diagnosis of kidney disease.
synonyms:
agreeing, concordant, conformable, conforming, consistent, consonant
antonyms:
discordant, exclusive, incompatible, inconsistent
similar words:
according, congruent, congruous, corresponding
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derivations: compatibly (adv.), compatibility (n.), compatibleness (n.)
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