adjust
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /əˈdʒʌst/
KK: /əˈdʒʌst/
intransitive verb
Definition
To change or modify oneself in order to fit into a new situation or to meet different conditions.
Example
She had to adjust to the new environment after moving to a different country.
Tense Forms
Past: adjusted
Past Participle: adjusted
Conversation
I had to adjust my schedule for the week.
Oh really? What happened?
I realized I needed more time for studying, so I had to adjust everything.
That makes sense! It's important to find the right balance.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
adapt
conform
modify
Antonyms
remain
stagnate
persist
transitive verb
Definition
To change something slightly to make it better or more suitable for a particular purpose.
Example
She had to adjust the settings on her camera before taking the picture.
Tense Forms
Past: adjusted
Past Participle: adjusted
Conversation
I think I need to adjust my sleep schedule a bit.
Yeah, I noticed you've been staying up really late.
Right? I just can't seem to fall asleep early anymore.
Root Explanation
Adjust → It is formed from "ad-" (meaning to) and "justus" (meaning just or right). The word means to bring something to a right or proper state.
Memory Tip
Think of bringing something 'to' ('ad-') a 'right' state ('justus') — that's how you remember that adjust means to make something right or proper.
Visually Confused Words
adust
unadjust
readjust
coadjust
preadjust
misadjust
maladjust
just