Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Marked with a scale of measurement: Describes an instrument or device that has been adjusted or marked to indicate precise measurements or degrees.
   • Standardized or adjusted for accuracy: Refers to something that has been carefully checked and set against a known standard to ensure correct and consistent performance.

Usage Examples

• Adjective:
  • The scientist used a calibrated pipette to measure the liquid precisely.
  • All our scales are calibrated annually to maintain their accuracy.
  • The calibrated thermometer showed the exact temperature of the solution.

Advanced Usage

• "to be calibrated for": Adjusted or designed specifically for a particular purpose or range.
  • This microphone is calibrated for recording in quiet studio environments.
• "to be calibrated against": Checked and adjusted by comparison with a standard.
  • The new sensor was calibrated against a master instrument from the national laboratory.

Variants and Related Words

• Calibrate (verb): To mark a scale on a measuring instrument; to check, adjust, or standardize the readings of a measuring instrument.
  • Technicians will calibrate the equipment before the experiment.
• Calibration (noun): The act or process of calibrating; the markings on a measuring instrument.
  • The calibration of the machine is a delicate process.

Synonyms

• Graduated: Marked with a series of lines for measurement.
• Standardized: Brought into conformity with a standard.
• Adjusted: Changed slightly to achieve a desired fit, appearance, or result.

Related Phrases

• "Pre-calibrated": Already calibrated before being sold or used.
  • The device comes pre-calibrated from the factory.
• "Calibrated response": A carefully measured and proportionate reaction.
  • The diplomat gave a calibrated response to the provocative question.

Adjective

1. marked with or divided into degrees
   • a calibrated thermometer