inappropriately-adjusted
|in-ap-pro-pri-ate-ly-ad-just-ed|
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/ˌɪnəˈproʊpriətli əˈdʒʌstɪd/
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/ˌɪnəˈprəʊpriətli əˈdʒʌstɪd/
(adjust)
capable of modification
Etymology
'adjust' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'ajuster,' where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'juster' meant 'to bring into line.'
'ajuster' transformed into the Middle English word 'ajusten,' and eventually became the modern English word 'adjust.'
Initially, it meant 'to bring into line or order,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to alter or move something slightly to achieve the desired fit, appearance, or result.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not properly or suitably adjusted to a particular situation or condition.
The inappropriately-adjusted equipment led to inaccurate results.
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Last updated: 2025/04/13 03:36
