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• verb
To alter or move something slightly in order to achieve the desired fit, appearance, or result.
"She paused to adjust the height of her desk chair before starting work."
To become accustomed to a new situation, environment, or set of conditions.
"It took the students a few weeks to adjust to the rigorous university schedule."
To assess and settle the amount payable for an insurance claim or financial account.
"The insurance company sent a specialist to inspect the roof and adjust the claim."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed in the early 17th century from French ajuster ('to put in order, arrange'), from Old French ajoster ('to bring together, place side by side'), derived from Late Latin adiuxtare ('to bring near', from ad- 'to' + iuxta 'near'); the modern spelling and sense were later influenced by association with Latin iustus ('right, exact').