adjusted

adjective

ad·​just·​ed ə-ˈjə-stəd 

1

: accommodated to suit a particular set of circumstances or requirements

2

: having achieved an often specified and usually harmonious relationship with the environment or with other individuals

a well-adjusted schoolchild

Examples of adjusted in a Sentence

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Analysts from Baird, for example, expected an adjusted loss of 13 cents a share. —Sofia Celeste, WWD, 14 June 2024

Red light does not affect night vision the same way as other lights, allowing your eyes to remain adjusted to the darkness. —Rey Covarrubias Jr., The Arizona Republic, 31 May 2024

In this case a solid computation engine would need to be added to adjust displayed image along the edges in a way that takes out physical image distortion with the adjusted image. —Scharon Harding, Ars Technica, 31 May 2024

The adjusted dodge mechanics also make attacks more committal, rewarding thoughtful play. —PCMAG, 30 May 2024

Word History

Etymology

from past participle of adjust

First Known Use

1662, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing adjusted

• well-adjusted

Medical Definition

adjusted

adjective

ad·​just·​ed

: having achieved an often specified and usually harmonious relationship with the environment or with other individuals

a happy, adjusted schoolchild