Adjustment

A change made to correct an error or adapt to new conditions.

adaptation modification

Adjustment refers to a change made to correct an error or improve something. It can also describe the process of adapting to new conditions.

Pronunciation

/əˈdʒʌstmənt/

Etymology

It comes from the Latin 'ad-,' meaning 'to,' and 'junctio,' meaning 'joining.'

Explain Like I’m 5

An adjustment is like fixing a mistake or changing how you do things when something new happens, like adding extra ingredients to a recipe if it doesn't taste right.

FAQ

What is an adjustment? A change made to correct an error
When are adjustments needed? When there's a discrepancy or new circumstances arise
What is an example of an adjustment? Adding more sugar to coffee if it's too bitter

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

alteration correction change

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

change process

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

calibration fine-tuning repair

Indexes

concept process

Adaptability
Adaptation
Alteration
Change
Changes
Errors
Improvements
Modifications
Repair
Shifts
Update

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