adjustment

ad-just-ment · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A small change made to something to improve it or make it work better.

  2. 2.

    The process of adapting to a new condition or situation.

  3. 3.

    A change in amount or level.

  4. 4.

    [psychology]The ability to adapt harmoniously to one's environment.

Forms

plural: adjustments

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    make an adjustment — Implement a small change.
  • •
    period of adjustment — Time needed to adapt.
  • •
    attitude adjustment — A change in outlook or behavior.
  • •
    cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) — Salary increase based on inflation.

Related words

Antonyms: fixation, rigidity
See also: adaptation, adjust, adjusted, modification
Synonyms: adaptation, alteration, correction, modification

Etymology

From French ajustement, from ajuster ("to adjust") + -ment (noun suffix).