well-adjusted
|well-ad-just-ed|
/ˌwɛl əˈdʒʌstɪd/
emotionally stable
Etymology
'well-adjusted' originates from the combination of 'well' and 'adjusted', where 'well' means 'in a good or satisfactory way' and 'adjusted' means 'adapted to a particular condition or position'.
'well-adjusted' evolved from the concept of being 'well' in terms of mental and emotional health, combined with 'adjusted' to indicate adaptation to life circumstances.
Initially, it meant 'properly adapted', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'having a stable and mature personality'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a stable and mature personality, able to cope with the demands of life effectively.
She is a well-adjusted individual who handles stress gracefully.
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Last updated: 2025/04/03 08:23