calibrated
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Definition
- 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
- marked with or divided into degrees
- a calibrated thermometer