B2nounworkpsychology
US/əˈdʒʌst.mənt/
UK/əˈdʒʌst.mənt/
a small change made to improve something; also the process of getting used to a new situation
In context
I made a few adjustments to the design after the meeting.
Moving abroad requires a big adjustment for the whole family.
The mechanic made an adjustment to the brakes.
Words that go with adjustment
verb + noun
- make an adjustmentYou may need to make an adjustment to your budget.
adjective + noun
- minor adjustmentOnly a minor adjustment is needed.
- slight adjustmentA slight adjustment to the seat made driving easier.
noun + preposition
- period of adjustmentThere is a period of adjustment after any big change.
- adjustment toHer adjustment to university life was quick.