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maladaptive

adjective as in unsuitably adapted

Strongest matches

maladjusted
nonadaptive

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unfit

Weak matches

abnormal
defective
dysfunctional
flawed
unstable

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Humans can also respond to perceived threats in maladaptive ways that decrease our well-being and even jeopardize survival.

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On this page you'll find 12 synonyms, antonyms, and words related to maladaptive, such as: maladjusted, null, unfit, abnormal, defective, and dysfunctional.

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