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maladaptation
[ mal-ad-uhp-tey-shuhn ]
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Word History and Origins
Origin of maladaptation1
First recorded in 1875–80; mal- + adaptation
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Example Sentences
Neufeldt pointed out that failure to prepare for increasing climate risks could lead to “maladaptation,” or actions that worsen climate impacts by increasing greenhouse gas emissions.
From Washington Post
For nothing can be clearer than that Nature is full of cruelty and maladaptation.
From Project Gutenberg
Out of that maladaptation and the discontent and rebellion will arise her neurosis.
From Project Gutenberg
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