adjusted

[uh-juhs-tid]

adjective

1. arranged or fitted properly.

   Properly adjusted shelving will accommodate books of various heights.

2. adapted to surroundings or circumstances (often used in combination).

   a well-adjusted child.

Other Word Forms

• misadjusted adjective
• quasi-adjusted adjective
• unadjusted adjective
• well-adjusted adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of adjusted¹

First recorded in 1665–75; adjust + -ed ²

Example Sentences

Occasionally, the camera’s placement appears to have been adjusted to allow the visuals to expand to fill the space.

From Los Angeles Times

The Rams adjusted Stafford’s contract last spring — he will carry a $47.5-million salary-cap number this season, according to Overthecap.com — and now he will manage a back issue while seeking a second Super Bowl title.

From Los Angeles Times

The influx of students from the fires has slightly increased class sizes at some schools in Glendale Unified, but a district representative said they’ve added teachers and adjusted staffing accordingly.

From Los Angeles Times

The pressure of being Liverpool manager is ever-present - but early expectation management in the new era meant levels were adjusted accordingly.

From BBC

There are four pools - one to swim in, a cold plunge, hot plunge and another with an underwater treadmill, the depth of which can be adjusted as required.

From BBC

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• qualified 
• willing