Pronunciation

/kəʊp/

Definitions

• Verb: To manage, deal with, or endure a difficult situation or problem. (n.): The ability or manner of coping with such situations. (adj.): Accommodating or efficient in dealing with stress or adversity.

Phrases

• “Coping mechanism” refers to a strategy used to handle stress or emotional issues.
• “She’s struggling to cope with the loss.”
• “He’s been coping well under pressure.”

Example Sentences

• Verb: “He had to cope with the challenges of moving to a new city.”
• Noun: “Her resilience was a key factor in how she coped with the illness.”
• Adjective: “She displayed a calm and efficient coping style during the crisis.”

Synonyms

• Manage
• Deal with
• Handle
• Bear
• Survive
• Adapt
• Adjust
• Confront
• weather
• endure

Antonyms

• Fail
• Struggle
• Lose control
• Be overwhelmed
• Fall apart