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adjust Synonyms

Another word for adjust

Choosing another word for adjust depends on context, so the 17 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To alter or move something slightly in order to achieve the desired fit, appearance, or result.

Usage Example

"She paused to modify the height of her desk chair before starting work."

Strongest
modify
alter
Strong
regulate
fine-tune
tweak
calibrate
adapt
align

• verb (Context 2)

To become accustomed to a new situation, environment, or set of conditions.

Usage Example

"It took the students a few weeks to adapt to the rigorous university schedule."

Strongest
adapt
acclimate
acclimatize
Strong
accustom
settle in
conform

• verb (Context 3)

To assess and settle the amount payable for an insurance claim or financial account.

Usage Example

"The insurance company sent a specialist to inspect the roof and settle the claim."

Strong
settle
assess
reconcile
adjudicate

Opposites of adjust

The opposite of adjust shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

misalign
derange
See all opposites of adjust

• Nearby Words

adjudicate
adjudicator
adjunct
adjust
adjustability
adjustable
adjustably

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Adjust. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/adjust
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