adjective

compatible

kompatybilny

Able to work well or exist together without conflict or problems.

Meaning:
"Compatible" describes two or more things that can exist, work, or be used together without conflict or problems. It means they "fit well" with each other.

Examples:

  • Two computer programs that can work together smoothly are compatible.
  • People with similar personalities or goals might be considered compatible as friends or partners.

Differences with similar words:

  • Agreeable: Means something or someone is pleasant or acceptable, but doesn’t imply working well together like "compatible."
  • Consistent: Means things do not contradict each other, but may not necessarily work together practically like "compatible."
  • Suitable: Means something is appropriate for a purpose, but doesn’t always mean two things work well together as "compatible" does.

Summary:
Compatible means something naturally works or exists well with something else, without problems or conflicts.

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Examples

These two devices are compatible with each other.adjective

Te dwa urządzenia są ze sobą kompatybilne.

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