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- DictionaryAd·just·ment/əˈjəs(t)m(ə)nt/
noun
- 1. a small alteration or movement made to achieve a desired fit, appearance, or result: "I've made a few adjustments to my diet"
The meaning of ADJUSTMENT is the act or process of adjusting. How to use adjustment in a sentence.
the state of being adjusted; adjusted; orderly relation of parts or elements. a device, as a knob or lever, for adjusting: the adjustments on a television set. the act of bringing something into conformity with external requirements: the adjustment of one's view of reality.
a slight change made to something to make it fit, work better, or be more suitable, or the act of making such a change: A small adjustment at the right place can make a significant difference. If the colour does not appear quite right, check your monitor settings for adjustment.
verb. ad· just ə-ˈjəst. adjusted; adjusting; adjusts. Synonyms of adjust. transitive verb. 1. a. : to bring to a more satisfactory state: (1) : settle, resolve. ways of adjusting conflicts. (2) : rectify. adjust an error. b. : to make correspondent or conformable : adapt. had to adjust our approach. c.
to change something slightly, especially to make it more correct, effective, or suitable: If the chair is too high you can adjust it to suit you. As a teacher you have to adjust your methods to suit the needs of slower children. Thesaurus: synonyms, antonyms, and examples. to make different.
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: fix, repair, set.
The act of making an alteration or modification is an adjustment. If you buy a new pair of jeans, but they are too long, you can make a quick adjustment and hem them, have someone else hem them, or use safety pins.
