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.

Noun

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