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Definition of readjust

readjust

/ˌriːəˈdʒʌst/
re · ad · just
Adjective:readjusted
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Past Simple:readjusted
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Past Participle:readjusted
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Present Participle:readjusting
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readjust Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To alter, move, or set something again so that it fits, works, or corresponds properly.

Example

"The technician had to readjust the telescope lenses after the instrument was moved to the observatory."

2

To adapt oneself again to a changed environment, schedule, or set of circumstances.

Example

"After spending a year studying abroad, it took her several weeks to readjust to her old routine at home."

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• Rhymes for readjust

• Nearby Words

readily
readiness
reading
readjust
readjustable
readjustment
readme

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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