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adjust
[ uh-juhst ]
verb (used with object)
- to change (something) so that it fits, corresponds, or conforms; adapt; accommodate:
to adjust expenses to income.
- to put in good working order; regulate; bring to a proper state or position:
to adjust an instrument.
Synonyms: , ,
- to settle or bring to a satisfactory state, so that parties are agreed in the result:
to adjust our differences.
Synonyms: , ,
- Insurance. to determine the amount to be paid in settlement of (a claim).
- to systematize.
- Military. to correct the elevation or deflection of (a gun).
verb (used without object)
- to adapt oneself; become adapted:
They had no problems in adjusting at the new school.
adjust
/ əˈʌ /
verb
- tr to alter slightly, esp to achieve accuracy; regulate
to adjust the television
- to adapt, as to a new environment, etc
- tr to put into order
- tr insurance to determine the amount payable in settlement of (a claim)
Derived Forms
- ˈܲٲ, adjective
- ˈܲٲ, adverb
- ˈܲٱ, noun
Other Word Forms
- a·ܲ verb
- v··ܲ verb
- a·ܲ verb (used with object)
- -·ܲiԲ adjective
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of adjust1
Synonym Study
Example Sentences
You ignore it picking up while you make your nest: secure the corners of your blanket, adjust your umbrella and finally, comfortably recline.
In a normal year, the pass rate for each grade is adjusted slightly but the average effect is small.
The demand comes as the State Bar petitions the court to adjust test scores for hundreds of prospective California lawyers who complained of multiple technical problems and irregularities during the February exams.
Loyalty and continuity are important, yes, but so is the ability to adjust to different offenses, programs and locker rooms.
The state has adjusted its approach this time around.
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More About Adjust
does adjust mean?
To adjust is to change something so that it fits or adapts to something else or to its environment, as in Macky adjusted the menu so that it included more healthy dishes.
To adjust is also to fix or put into a correct position or state, as in Adjust the radio dial, please, so that the station comes in clearly.
To adjust also means to put into a satisfactory state, as in Laird adjusted the pitch of his voice to blend in better with the rest of the choir.
Adjust can also be used as a synonym for adapt and can be used in reference to people, animals, or objects. For example, if you move to a new city, you may need time to adjust to your new home, learning what’s available and where everything is.
Example: Adjust the speakers so that they are facing the audience.
Where does adjust come from?
The first records of the term adjust come from the 1300s. It ultimately comes from the Old French ajouster, meaning “to make conform to.” When something adjusts, it conforms to a request, its surroundings, or certain requirements.
Adjust also has a couple specialized meanings. In chiropractic care, the chiropractor may adjust certain parts of your neck or spine in order to improve joint movement in that area. When an insurance company adjusts your claim, it determines the amount of money you will receive for the claim.
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are some other forms related to adjust?
- adjustable (adjective, noun)
- adjustability (noun)
- overadjust (verb)
- adjusted (adjective, verb)
- self-adjusting (adjective)
are some synonyms for adjust?
are some words that share a root or word element with adjust?
are some words that often get used in discussing adjust?
How is adjust used in real life?
Adjust has several meanings related to fixing or changing.
Be you. They’ll adjust.
— Unkonfined (@unkonfined)
An ex-Radio 2 host writes…
So thank you all for all the wonderful comments here. Quite moved by it all. I’ve done a daily national BBC show for 31 years solid so this might take a while to adjust to…anyway the new radio show will be announced in January. It will be startling.— Simon Mayo 🇺🇦 (@simonmayo)
Life forces us to start over all the time. You either panic or adjust. Choose wisely.
— Skye Townsend (@SkyeTownsend)
Try using adjust!
Is adjust used correctly in the following sentence?
The schedule was adjusted with no changes.
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