accommodates

Accommodates is the third-person singular present tense of the verb accommodate. It means to provide lodging, space, or suitable arrangements for someone or something, or to fit or adapt to a set of needs or conditions. In hospitality, it refers to hosting or offering space; in general use, it can describe adjusting plans to meet requirements.

The word derives from Old French accommoder and Latin accommodare, from ad- “toward” and commodus “convenient.” Over time, its sense broadened from fitting things to people and situations to the provision of space or services that meet needs.

Grammar and usage: Accommodates is a transitive verb and requires a direct object, as in “The hotel accommodates up to 200 guests” or “The policy accommodates several scenarios.” It is commonly followed by nouns such as guests, needs, requests, or requirements. The related noun is accommodation (British English usage) or accommodations (American English), referring to lodging or arranged facilities. The adjective form is accommodating, and the past tense is accommodated.

In contemporary use, accommodate often carries connotations of flexibility and responsiveness to users or situations, including accessibility and inclusivity. It appears across contexts such as hospitality, event planning, education, and policy, where providing suitable space, services, or adjustments is essential.