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Definition of adjuster

adjuster

/əˈdʒʌs.tɚ/
ad · just · er
Plural:adjusters
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Adjective:adjustive
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adjuster Lexical Profile

adjuster Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A professional employed by an insurance company or hired independently to investigate insurance claims, assess property damage or personal injury, and determine the extent of the insurer's liability.

Example

"The insurance adjuster inspected the roof after the hailstorm to estimate the repair costs."

2

A mechanical device, knob, or component used to regulate, align, or alter the position, tension, or setting of a machine part.

Example

"She turned the barrel adjuster on her bicycle to tighten the brake cable."

Synonyms
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Word Nuance & Usage

Also spelled 'adjustor', though 'adjuster' is much more common in both American and British English, especially for insurance professionals.

• Rhymes for adjuster

• Nearby Words

adjustability
adjustable
adjustably
adjuster
adjustment
adjutant
adjutrix

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Adjuster. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/adjuster
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