Hyperadaptation
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Hyperadaptation is a noun meaning (biology) A greater than normal (evolutionary) adaptation.
Meaning
(biology) A greater than normal (evolutionary) adaptation.
More Meanings
- A term coined via this process.
- The overapplication of phonological adaptations from one language variety to another beyond what is justified by the etymological correspondences between the two varieties, resulting in artificial, ahistorical forms that are not part of either variety; sometimes done as a form of exaggeration for stylistic effect.
Word Forms
- hyperadaptations
Synonyms for hyperadaptation
Depending on context, synonyms include hyperdialectism, hyperdialectalism.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include bioadaptation, pseudoadaptation, counteradaptation, hyperregulation, adaptation, preadaptation.
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