adjustment

/ə'dʤʌstmənt/
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adjustment

The tailor makes a small adjustment to the hem of the dress.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • The act or process of making small changes to something to improve it or make it fit better: "adjustment" refers to the action of altering or modifying something slightly to achieve a desired fit, alignment, or function.
    • A small change made to achieve such a fit or improvement: It can also refer to the change itself that is made.
    • The process of adapting or becoming accustomed to new conditions: It describes the psychological or behavioral process of getting used to a new situation or environment.
Examples of Usage
  • Noun:
    • The mechanic made a fine adjustment to the engine's timing. (A small change to improve function)
    • After moving to a new country, a period of adjustment is normal. (The process of adapting to new conditions)
    • The tailor made a quick adjustment to the waist of the trousers. (A small alteration for a better fit)
Advanced Usage
  • "to make an adjustment": to perform the act of changing something slightly.
    • We need to make an adjustment to the budget to account for the new expenses.
  • "period of adjustment": a time during which one adapts to new circumstances.
    • The merger will require a significant period of adjustment for all employees.
  • "minor adjustment": a very small or insignificant change.
    • The plan is sound; it only needs a few minor adjustments.
Variants and Related Words
  • Adjust (verb): to change something slightly to make it fit, work better, or be more suitable.
    • Please adjust your seat before we start driving.
  • Adjustable (adjective): capable of being changed or adapted.
    • The desk has an adjustable height.
  • Adjuster (noun): a person or device that makes adjustments, especially in insurance.
    • The insurance adjuster assessed the damage to the car.
Synonyms
  • Modification: a change, often more significant than an adjustment.
  • Adaptation: the process of changing to suit new conditions.
  • Alteration: a change, typically to a structure or garment.
  • Calibration: the fine adjustment of a measuring instrument.
Related Phrases
  • Adjust to: (phrasal verb) to become familiar with or accustomed to a new situation.
    • It took him weeks to adjust to his new routine.
  • Adjust for: (phrasal verb) to change something to account for a particular factor.
    • The figures have been adjusted for inflation.
Related Idioms
  • Make the necessary adjustments: to do what is required to adapt or correct a situation.
    • The team failed initially but quickly made the necessary adjustments and won the next game.
  • A slight adjustment of the facts: a euphemism for distorting or misrepresenting the truth.
    • His story was mostly true, with just a slight adjustment of the facts to make him look better.
adjustment

The tailor makes a small adjustment to the hem of the dress.

Noun
  1. an amount added or deducted on the basis of qualifying circumstances
    • an allowance for profit
  2. the process of adapting to something (such as environmental conditions)
  3. the act of adjusting something to match a standard
  4. the act of making something different (as e.g. the size of a garment)
  5. making or becoming suitable; adjusting to circumstances

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