Adjustment

/əˈdʒʌst.mənt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A small change made to achieve a desired fit, appearance, or result.

She made an adjustment to the dress to ensure it fit perfectly.

The process of adapting or conforming to new conditions or circumstances.

The adjustment to a new environment can be challenging for many students.

A modification or change in behavior or thoughts to improve a situation.

He found it necessary to make an adjustment in his work habits to reduce stress.

An alteration or correction to an amount, price, or other value.

The accountant needed to make an adjustment to the budget after the unexpected expenses.

Latin 'adjustare', from 'ad-' (to) + 'justare' (to make just).

fine-tuning

Making small adjustments to improve something.

cost adjustment

A revision of prices or costs in financial contexts.

adjustment period

A time frame in which changes or adaptations occur.

adaptation

The process of adjusting to new conditions.

modification

The action of changing or altering something.

correction

A change made to rectify an error or inaccuracy.

A quick fix.

He made an adjustment to the app to get it working again.

Tweak.

Just give it a little adjustment and it should work.