adjusted

/əˈdʒʌst/ (bre, ipa) · [ədʒˈʌstɪd] /əˈdʒʌst/ (ame, ipa) · [ədʒˈʌstɪd] /ə-ˈjə-stəd/ (ame, mw)

adjusted — verb

  • adjustedpresent simple I / you / we / they
  • adjusteds3rd person singular
  • adjusteding-ing form
  • adjustededpast simple

1. to change a small detail of a device, machine, setting, or arrangement so that i

1.動詞及物B1
釋義

to change a small detail of a device, machine, setting, or arrangement so that it works better or fits a particular need.

例句

Ryo adjusted the temperature on the thermostat before going to bed.

adjust + noun phrase (device setting)

The mechanic adjusted the car's brakes until the pedal felt firm.

同義詞
  • fine-tune

    suggests very small, precise changes for optimal performance

  • modify

    broader; can mean any change, not necessarily small

  • tweak

    informal; a small, quick adjustment

  • calibrate

    technical; to set a device to a standard or correct reading

反義詞
  • keep

    to leave unchanged

  • maintain

    to keep in current condition without alteration

文法句型

adjust + noun phrase

adjust + noun phrase + to + noun phrase

用法筆記

Object is typically a mechanical device, a numerical setting, or an abstract system (schedule, plan, method). Can be used with an adverb like 'slightly' or 'carefully' to show the degree of change.

常見錯誤

❌I adjusted the whole system by replacing all the parts.
✅I adjusted the system by fine-tuning a few settings.
💡'adjust' means small changes, not a complete overhaul.
❌Please adjust me the volume.
✅Please adjust the volume.
💡'adjust' takes a direct object; it does not take an indirect object.

2. to pull, tug, or straighten an item of clothing or an accessory so that it sits

2.動詞及物B1
釋義

to pull, tug, or straighten an item of clothing or an accessory so that it sits neatly on the body.

例句

Camila adjusted her collar before stepping into the interview room.

adjust + clothing noun (collar)

Quinn stopped in front of the mirror to adjust his tie.

同義詞
  • straighten

    more general; making something neat

  • tidy

    to make neat and orderly

  • fix

    informal; to put something back in its proper place

文法句型

adjust + noun phrase (clothing)

用法筆記

Typically used with items that can be rearranged on the body: collar, tie, hat, glasses, belt, scarf, strap. Not used for putting on or taking off clothes — only for making them sit correctly.

常見錯誤

❌She adjusted her shirt by changing into a different one.
✅She adjusted her shirt by tucking it in properly.
💡'adjust' means to tidy what you are already wearing, not to change clothes.

3. to alter the way you think or behave so that you can deal easily with changed co

3.動詞不及物B1
釋義

to alter the way you think or behave so that you can deal easily with changed conditions or a different setting.

例句

It took Lakan several months to adjust to the dry desert climate.

adjust to + noun phrase (climate)

Nora quickly adjusted to working from home after her office moved.

adjust to + gerund (working from home)

同義詞
  • adapt

    very similar; 'adjust' often implies a longer or more internal process

  • acclimatise

    specifically about physical or environmental conditions (climate, altitude)

  • settle in

    informal phrasal verb; getting comfortable in a new home or job

反義詞
  • resist

    to refuse to accept change

  • struggle

    to have difficulty coping with new conditions

文法句型

adjust to + noun phrase

adjust to + verb-ing

用法筆記

The object is always preceded by 'to'. When no explicit object follows, a context phrase like 'during…' or 'after…' typically fills the time frame. Frequently used with adverbs such as 'gradually', 'slowly', or 'quickly'.

常見錯誤

❌I need to adjust the new city.
✅I need to adjust to the new city.
💡This sense requires 'to' before the object.
❌She adjusted with the new rules.
✅She adjusted to the new rules.
💡Use 'to' not 'with' after this sense.

adjusted — adjective