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unadjusting

|un-ad-just-ing|

/ˌʌnəˈdʒʌstɪŋ/

(adjust)

capable of modification

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Etymology

Etymology Information

'unadjusting' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'adjust,' which comes from Old French 'ajuster,' meaning 'to bring into line.'

Historical Evolution

'ajuster' transformed into the English word 'adjust,' and with the addition of the prefix 'un-,' it became 'unadjusting.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'adjust' meant 'to bring into line,' and 'unadjusting' evolved to mean 'not capable of being adjusted.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

not capable of being adjusted or adapted.

The unadjusting nature of the material made it unsuitable for the project.

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Last updated: 2025/04/17 21:17