adjusted (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /əˈdʒʌs.tɪd/

Definition

Made a small change to something so it works better or is more suitable.

Examples

• The salary was adjusted to account for inflation.

• She adjusted her glasses before speaking.

• We adjusted the plan based on the feedback we received.

How to Use adjusted

adjust to (prepositional phrase)

To become familiar with and comfortable in a new situation. — "It took me some time to adjust to the new working hours."

adjusted for (prepositional phrase)

Changed or modified to take something specific into account. — "The figures were adjusted for inflation."

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