adjustment

/əˈd͡ʒʌst.mənt/

UK: /əˈd͡ʒʌst.mənt/

ƏD͡ƷɅST · mənt (2 syllables)

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Definition

The action of adjusting something.

Etymology

From French ajustement, or else adjust + -ment.

Example Sentences

  • "The credit card company made an adjustment to my account to waive the late fee."
  • "When Jim graduated, he found adjustment to the working world difficult."
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