underadjust
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/ˌʌndərəˈdʒʌst/
insufficient adjustment
Etymology
Etymology Information
'underadjust' originates from the prefix 'under-' meaning 'below or insufficiently' and the verb 'adjust' meaning 'to alter or move something slightly to achieve the desired fit, appearance, or result.'
Historical Evolution
'underadjust' combines the prefix 'under-' with the verb 'adjust,' which comes from the Old French 'ajuster,' meaning 'to bring into line.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to adjust insufficiently,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to adjust something less than is necessary or appropriate.
The technician underadjusted the machine, causing it to malfunction.
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Last updated: 2025/01/12 04:51