Definitions

adjust

[uh-juhst] / əˈdʒʌst /

VERB

become or make prepared, adapted

Synonyms

STRONGEST

accommodate accustom adapt alter conform fine-tune fix modify regulate tailor

STRONG

acclimatize arrange compose dispose doctor fit habituate harmonize order reconcile rectify redress remodel settle suit tailor-make tune

WEAK

do as Romans do fiddle with fix up get act together get it together grin and bear it make conform quadrate swim with the tide

Antonyms

STRONGEST

disarrange disorganize disturb

STRONG

confuse disagree disorder disperse mix up refuse ruin scatter upset worsen

WEAK

derange unfit unsuit

VERB

mechanically alter, especially to

Synonyms

STRONGEST

balance correct fine-tune fix improve overhaul readjust regulate tighten

STRONG

align calibrate connect fit focus grind mend polish rectify renovate repair service set sharpen square troubleshoot

WEAK

bring into line improve accommodate put in working order tune up

Antonyms

STRONGEST

disorganize

STRONG

break damage destroy dull hurt ruin spoil

WEAK

confuse derange disarrange disorder unfit unsuit upset

VERB

bring into agreement or to a standard

Synonyms

STRONGEST

allocate conform coordinate fine-tune modify regulate standardize

STRONG

accord arrange clarify conclude doctor grade organize reconcile settle sort straighten systematize tally

WEAK

fiddle with fix up methodize

Antonyms

STRONGEST

differ mismatch

STRONG

confuse disagree disarrange disorder disorganize mix up move refuse unsettle

WEAK

derange unfit unsuit upset

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Results for the latest quarter were somewhat mixed, with adjusted earnings per share of 34 cents easily topping the 25-cent consensus view.

From MarketWatch

The limits vary depending on the tax break, but in all cases, the income limits refer to your “modified adjusted gross income.”

From MarketWatch

Truist adjusted its views on prices of semiconductor and AI stocks heading into the new year.

From Barron's

Winnebago reports adjusted earnings of 38 cents a share, exceeding estimates of 13 cents.

From Barron's

French-fry maker Lamb Weston swung to a profit in its fiscal second quarter and adjusted earnings topped estimates, while revenue rose 1.1% to $1.62 billion.

From Barron's

adjust

Example Sentences

Related Words