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- pronunciation:
juhst
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- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Explorer, Word Parts
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noun |
| definition 1: |
the act or process of adjusting.
The adjustment of your rear view mirror is important and takes only a moment.Since she lost some weight, her wedding dress needed some adjustments.
- synonyms:
- adaptation, alignment, tune-up
- similar words:
- accommodation, alteration, compliance, conformity, correction, fitting, modification, regulation
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| definition 2: |
the state of being adjusted.
The zookeepers were pleased with the polar bear's adjustment to its new surroundings.- synonyms:
- adaptation, alignment
- similar words:
- accommodation, alteration, compliance, conformity, modification, repair
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| definition 3: |
a means of adjusting, esp. a physical mechanism for regulating or correcting.
The adjustments are on the back of the device.- synonyms:
- control, regulator
- similar words:
- button, coordinator, focus, knob, lever, switch, tuner
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| related words: |
amendment, change, conformation, correction, order, trim, true |
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