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adjust

[uh-juhst] / əˈdʒʌst /
VERB
become or make prepared, adapted
Synonyms
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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
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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
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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
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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
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differ mismatch
STRONG
confuse disagree disarrange disorder disorganize mix up move refuse unsettle
WEAK
derange unfit unsuit upset

Example Sentences

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Opposing catchers have said that while calling pitches themselves, they are able to adjust their approach based on what they see from the field, a nuance that is lost in the dugout.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

When the rule takes effect in 45 days from its publication in the government’s Federal Register, brokers will monitor day trades and adjust each customer’s margin requirements daily.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

If LPs experience substantial losses in private-credit investments, they may draw on these facilities or adjust portfolios in ways that affect their bank counterparties.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026

If enacted, the law would go into effect in January 2028 to give manufacturers time to use up current stock and adjust packaging and ingredients as they see fit, Berman said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

Moss blinked to adjust his eyes; he was next to a tall gray building, just beyond a chain-link fence with razor wire curled around the top.

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro

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