readjustment

/'ri:ə'dʤʌstmənt/
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readjustment

The mechanic makes a final readjustment to the bicycle's gears.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • The act of adjusting something to match a standard: The process of making small changes to something so that it fits, corresponds, or functions correctly according to a required norm or condition.
    • The act of adjusting again (to changed circumstances): The process of making a new or further adaptation, especially after a significant change in one's situation or environment.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The mechanic performed a fine readjustment of the engine's timing.
    • After moving to a new country, a period of readjustment to the different culture is often necessary.
    • The treaty required a readjustment of the borders between the two nations.
Advanced Usage
  • "period of readjustment": A span of time dedicated to adapting to new conditions.
    • After his long illness, he needed a period of readjustment before returning to work.
  • "economic readjustment": Refers to policy changes made to correct or adapt an economy.
    • The government's plan involved a painful economic readjustment to curb inflation.
Variants and Related Words
  • Readjust (verb): To adjust or adapt something again.
    • You may need to readjust the mirror after someone else drives the car.
  • Readjustable (adjective): Capable of being readjusted.
    • The chair has a readjustable headrest for comfort.
Synonyms
  • Readaptation: The action or process of adapting again.
  • Recalibration: The act of making fine adjustments or corrections to a measuring instrument or system.
  • Realignment: The action of changing or restoring to a different or former position or state.
Related Phrases
  • "readjustment of expectations": The act of modifying what one anticipates based on new information or reality.
    • The project's failure forced a readjustment of expectations for the entire team.
  • "post-traumatic readjustment": The process of adapting to life after a traumatic event.
    • The veteran sought counseling to help with his post-traumatic readjustment.
readjustment

The mechanic makes a final readjustment to the bicycle's gears.

Noun
  1. the act of adjusting something to match a standard
  2. the act of adjusting again (to changed circumstances)

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