incorrectly-adjusted
|in-cor-rect-ly-ad-just-ed|
B2
/ˌɪnkəˈrɛktli əˈdʒʌstɪd/
(adjust)
capable of modification
Etymology
Etymology Information
'adjust' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'ajuster,' where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'juster' meant 'to bring into line.'
Historical Evolution
'ajuster' transformed into the Middle English word 'ajusten,' and eventually became the modern English word 'adjust.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to bring into line or order,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to modify or alter for accuracy or fit.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not properly or accurately adjusted.
The incorrectly-adjusted machine caused a lot of errors in production.
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Last updated: 2025/04/07 16:53