CEFR C1

attune

verb

Meaning

Bring into a state of harmony, receptivity, or awareness with something.

Examples

The new manager tried to attune himself to the company's unique corporate culture.
Musicians must attune their instruments to the same pitch before the concert begins.

Synonyms: adjust, adapt, harmonize, acclimatize

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attune (C1)

verb

Pronunciation: /əˈtjuːn/

Definition

Bring into a state of harmony, receptivity, or awareness with something.

Examples

The new manager tried to attune himself to the company's unique corporate culture.
Musicians must attune their instruments to the same pitch before the concert begins.

How to Use attune

attune to (prepositional phrase): to become familiar or responsive to something — "You must attune to the local customs if you want to fit in."
be attuned to (prepositional phrase): to be in a state of understanding or sensitivity toward something — "Successful leaders are usually well attuned to the morale of their staff."

Synonyms of attune

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