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   compatible

   /kəmˈpatɪbl/

   adjective

   • 1. (of two things) able to exist or occur together without problems or conflict: "the careers structure here is not compatible with having a family"
   • ▪ (of two people) able to have a harmonious relationship; well suited: "it's a pity we're not compatible" Similar well suitedsuitedwell matchedlike-mindedof the same mindin agreementin tunein harmonyreconcilablearchaic:accordantOpposite incompatible
   • ▪ (of one thing) consistent with another: "the symptoms were compatible with gastritis or a peptic ulcer" Similar consistentreconcilableconsonantcongruouscongruentfittingin keepingin accordin tunein stepOpposite inconsistent
   • ▪ (of a computer, piece of software, etc.) able to be used with a specified piece of equipment or software without special adaptation or modification: "the printer is fully compatible with all leading software"

   noun

   • 1. a computer that can use software designed for another make or type: "packages available for IBM PCs and compatibles"

   Word Origin late Middle English: from French, from medieval Latin compatibilis, from compati ‘suffer with’.

   Derivatives

   • 1. compatibly adverb

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   What does compatible mean?

   • loading examples... A word that comes up a lot in discussions of both food and people pairings, compatible speaks to a person or thing’s ability to exist agreeably with something or someone else.

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   What does compatibility mean in a relationship?

   • Essentially, compatibility ensures that both partners are on a similar wavelength, enhancing the overall stability and longevity of the relationship. Some compatibility signs show whether a relationship will be successful or not.

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   Are opposites compatible?

   • Use the word compatible to describe two things that work well together, like your Wii and your big screen TV, or peanut butter and jelly. You may have heard that opposites attract, but initial attraction doesn’t necessarily mean that opposites will be compatible in the long-term.

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     able to exist or work with something else, or (of a person)...

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   adjective. able to exist and perform in harmonious or agreeable combination. “a compatible married couple” “her deeds were compatible with her ideology” synonyms: congenial. (used of plants) capable of cross-fertilization or of being grafted. congruous. suitable or appropriate together. harmonious. existing together in harmony. congenial.

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   adjective. capable of existing or living together in harmony: the most compatible married couple I know. able to exist together with something else: Prejudice is not compatible with true religion. consistent; congruent (often followed by with ): His claims are not compatible with the facts.

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   Compatible means capable of existing or performing in harmonious, agreeable, or congenial combination with another or others. See different meanings, synonyms, and usage examples of compatible in various contexts, such as computers, chemistry, and medicine.

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   Compatibility is the fact of being able to exist, live, or work successfully with something or someone else. Learn more about the meaning, usage, and examples of compatibility in different contexts and domains.