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maladaptive
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mal·a·dap·tive  (ml-dptv)
adj.
1. Marked by faulty or inadequate adaptation.
2. Not assisting or promoting adaptation.
maladaptive [ˌmæləˈdæptɪv]
adj
1. unsuitably adapted or adapting poorly to (a situation, purpose, etc.)
2. not encouraging adaptation
maladapted  adj
maladaptively  adv
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Adj.1.maladaptive - showing faulty adaptation
adaptative, adaptive - having a capacity for adaptation; "the adaptive coloring of a chameleon"
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