adjustment
|ad/just/ment|
B1
/əˈdʒʌstmənt/
(adjust)
capable of modification
Etymology
Etymology Information
'adjustment' originates from the French word 'ajustement', where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'juster' meant 'to fit or join'.
Historical Evolution
'ajustement' transformed into the English word 'adjustment' during the 17th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to fit or join something', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a small change to improve or make suitable'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a small change made to something to improve it or make it more suitable.
The adjustment to the seat made it more comfortable.
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Noun 2
the process of adapting or becoming used to a new situation.
Her adjustment to the new school was smooth.
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