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regularly-adjusted

|reg-u-lar-ly-ad-just-ed|

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/ˈrɛɡjələrli əˈdʒʌstɪd/

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/ˈrɛɡjʊləli əˈdʒʌstɪd/

(adjust)

capable of modification

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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 efficiency.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

modified or altered at regular intervals to maintain accuracy or efficiency.

The regularly-adjusted clock ensures accurate timekeeping.

Synonyms

periodically modifiedconsistently altered

Antonyms

irregularly-adjusted unmodified

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Last updated: 2025/04/24 18:50