adjust — to change something slightly in order to make it more suitable for a new set of conditions or to make it work better
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to change something slightly in order to make it more suitable for a new set of conditions or to make it work better
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈdʒʌst/
Korean meaning: (상황에 맞게) 조정하다, 적응하다
Korean pronunciation: 어-저스트 (강세: 저스트)
Example Sentences
- My grandmother still can't adjust to using smartphones - she keeps trying to hang up by slamming it down like an old phone!
- The new employee had to adjust his tie every five minutes during his first presentation because he was so nervous.
- Students need time to adjust to online learning methods.
adjust
VERB//əˈdʒʌst//
to change something slightly in order to make it more suitable for a new set of conditions or to make it work better
The mechanic adjusted the machine so it worked perfectly.
The tailor adjusted the suit until it fit perfectly. (CHANGE + FIT BETTER = ADJUST → adjust means to change something slightly so it works or fits better)
Adjust the system, improve the result, and move smoothly.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From French 'ajuster' meaning 'to fit' or 'to join', which comes from Latin 'ad-' (to) combined with 'justus' (just, exact). The term entered English in the 16th century.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
“She quickly adjusted to her new job.”
“Please adjust the volume of the music.”
“You need to adjust the settings on your phone.”
“We had to adjust our expectations after the budget cut.”
“He seems like a well-adjusted teenager.”
📝Examples
“My grandmother still can't adjust to using smartphones - she keeps trying to hang up by slamming it down like an old phone!”
“The new employee had to adjust his tie every five minutes during his first presentation because he was so nervous.”
“Students need time to adjust to online learning methods.”
“The company had to adjust its marketing strategy to target younger consumers.”
“Please adjust your seat and tray table to the upright position for landing.”
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