Definition

A change made to something in order to improve it or make it more suitable after the first adjustment.

Example

After the initial changes, we needed a readjustment to better fit the new requirements.

Conversation

I think we might need a readjustment of our plans for the weekend.

Yeah, I noticed things didn't go as we expected last time.

What do you suggest for the readjustment?

Maybe we could try a different activity that everyone enjoys.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Readjustment → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "adjust" (from Old French *ajuster*, meaning to bring into proper order) and "-ment" (meaning the action or process of). The word "readjustment" means the process of adjusting again or making changes to something that has already been adjusted.

Memory Tip

Think of 'again' ('re-') and 'bringing into order' ('ajuster') to remember that 'readjustment' means making changes to something that has already been adjusted.

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