adjusted
əˈdʒʌstɪd
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Definition of adjusted - Reverso English Dictionary

Adjective

1.
modifiedchanged slightly for better accuracy or fit
  • The adjusted settings improved the device's performance..
altered amended modified
2.
made to fitchanged to fit specific conditions or needs
  • The adjusted schedule was more convenient for everyone.
altered modified
3.
emotional stabilityemotionally stable and coping well with life
  • She is well adjusted and handles stress easily.
balanced composed stable
4.
statisticsTECH.compensated to avoid biasTECH.
  • The adjusted data provided accurate results.
corrected modified rectified
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not changed or corrected from the original state
The non-adjusted figures may not reflect inflation.
mentally and emotionally stable
She is a well-adjusted individual who handles stress effectively..
changed to remove effects of regular seasonal patterns
The seasonally-adjusted unemployment rate fell last month.
taxpayer's income after specific deductions for tax purposes
Her adjusted gross income was lower due to deductions.
rate adjusted for seasonal variations
The seasonally adjusted annual rate of unemployment fell last month.

Origin of adjusted

Latin, ad (to) + justus (right)

Terms with adjusted included in their meaning

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radio television
set or adjusted to receive a specific signal or channel
adjustable
desk that can be adjusted for standing
fitted clothing
adjusted by a tailor to fit well
sitv.
clothes
fit or be adjusted
tunedadj.
music
adjusted in pitch or resonance
precision adjusted
adjusted precisely for a particular function
resizeable
able to be resized or adjusted in scale
timing
adjusted to occur at the same time

Examples of adjusted in a sentence

  • He wore adjusted glasses for better vision.
  • The adjusted plan worked better for us.
  • He wore an adjusted helmet for safety.
  • He seems adjusted despite the recent changes.
  • The children are adjusted and happy in their new school.
  • The adjusted figures showed a different trend.

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  1. French:ajusté, adapté, ...
  2. German:angepasst, abgestimmt, ...
  3. Italian:regolato, adattato, ...
  4. Spanish:ajustado, equilibrado, ...
  5. Portuguese:ajustado, adaptado, ...
  6. Chinese:修改过的, 调整的, ...
  7. Japanese:調整された, 適応した, ...
  8. Arabic:مُعَدَّل, مُعَدَّل, ...
  9. Hebrew:מוּתְאָם, מֻתְאָם, ...
  10. Russian:скорректированный, измененный, ...
  11. Ukrainian:відкоригований, змінений, ...
  12. Hindi:समायोजित, अनुकूलित, ...
adjust
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Definition of adjust - Reverso English Dictionary

Verb

1.
make fittr./intr.alter slightly to improve function or accuracytr./intr.
  • He adjusted the microscope for clearer view..
fine-tune modify tweak
2.
adaptintr.get used to new conditions or situationsintr.
  • He adjusted quickly to the new school.
acclimate adapt
3.
insurancetr.TECH.USsettle or decide an insurance claim amounttr.TECH.US
  • The company adjusted the claim within a week.
resolve settle
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adapt to new conditions or situations
In life, we must adjust the sails to navigate through challenges.
change one's perspective or approach
She had to adjust her attitude to succeed in the new job.
change the difference between light and dark parts of an image
You may need to adjust the contrast on the television for a clearer picture.
change artillery aim for better accuracy
The commander ordered to adjust fire on the target.
used humorously to indicate something unusual is happening
Do not adjust your set, this is really happening.
suggest not to interfere with ongoing issues
The project is delayed, but do not adjust your set.

Origin of adjust

Latin, ad (to) + justus (right)

Examples of adjust in a sentence

  • They adjusted the settings to improve performance.
  • She adjusted to the new climate with ease.
  • They adjusted their lifestyle after moving to the city.
  • They adjusted the insurance payout after the accident.
  • The adjuster quickly adjusted the storm damage claim.

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  1. French:ajuster, s'adapter, ...
  2. German:einstellen, sich anpassen, ...
  3. Italian:regolare, adattarsi, ...
  4. Spanish:ajustar, adaptarse, ...
  5. Portuguese:ajustar, adaptar-se, ...
  6. Chinese:调整, 适应, ...
  7. Japanese:調整する, 慣れる, ...
  8. Arabic:عدل, تَأَقْلَمَ, ...
  9. Hebrew:לְכַוֵּן, לְהִסְתַּגֵּל, ...
  10. Russian:настроить, привыкать, ...
  11. Ukrainian:відрегулювати, звикнути, ...
  12. Hindi:समायोजित करना, ढलना, ...
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