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- pronunciation:
juhst
- features:
- Word Parts
| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
adjusts, adjusting, adjusted |
| definition 1: |
When you adjust something, you make a small change to it so that it works better. You bring it to a better position or make it fit.
My mom always adjusts her seat in the car after dad drives it. His legs are longer, so he always puts the seat back farther. When she's driving, she needs the seat closer.
- synonyms:
- adapt, set
- similar words:
- accommodate, alter, change, fashion, fix, modify, mold, repair, shape
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| definition 2: |
When you adjust to something, your body or your mind gets used to it over time, or you make changes in yourself so that you fit in better.
Alan's family moved to western Canada last year. He says he's still trying to adjust to how cold it is there in the winter.- synonyms:
- adapt, conform
- similar words:
- suit
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| related words: |
prime, service, tailor, tune |
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| derivations: |
adjustable (adj.), adjustably (adv.), adjuster (n.), adjustor (n.) |
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