adjust
gb/əd͡ʒˈʌst/ us/əd͡ʒˈʌst/
A2
Английский
~ 3000
Значения
0 значений
Глагол
A2
action
1
Change slightly to improve fit or function
To change something a little so it works or fits better.
Модель употребления:
to adjust [something] to [condition/measurement]
Частая ошибка:
Learners sometimes confuse 'adjust' with 'adapt'. 'Adjust' usually means making small changes, while 'adapt' often means changing more significantly to suit a new situation.
Синонимы
modify (Suggests making changes, often broader than small tweaks.)
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tweak (Informal; implies making very small, precise changes.)
Антонимы
misalign (Means to set incorrectly so it does not function or fit properly.)
Коллокации
adjust the settings
|adjust the volume
|adjust the seat
|adjust the focus
|adjust the temperature
Темы
daily life
|work
|technology
|daily_life
|core_vocabulary
Примеры
- She adjusted the chair so she could reach the desk comfortably.
- You may need to adjust the brightness on your screen.
- The mechanic adjusted the brakes to improve their performance.
- He adjusted his tie before the meeting.
- I adjusted the temperature to make the room warmer.
Примеры для изучающих
- I adjusted my seat to see better.
- Please adjust the volume of the TV.
- He adjusted his watch for the new time zone.
- She adjusted her glasses on her nose.
- They adjusted the picture on the wall.
Глагол
B1
action
2
Become accustomed to new conditions
To slowly become comfortable with new conditions or situations.
Модель употребления:
to adjust to [new situation/environment]
Частая ошибка:
Learners sometimes forget to use 'to' after 'adjust' when talking about becoming used to something.
Синонимы
adapt (Often interchangeable, but 'adapt' can imply more significant changes.)
Антонимы
resist (To not accept or become comfortable with a new situation.)
Коллокации
adjust to life
|adjust to change
|adjust to school
|adjust to a new job
Темы
emotions
|daily life
|core_vocabulary
|daily_life
Примеры
- It took her a few weeks to adjust to the new climate.
- After moving to the city, he had trouble adjusting at first.
- Children often adjust quickly to a new school.
- I need time to adjust to working night shifts.
Примеры для изучающих
- I am adjusting to my new job.
- She is adjusting to life in Canada.
- He adjusted quickly to the hot weather.
- We are adjusting to living together.
Глагол
technical
B2
action
3
Alter settings for accuracy
To move controls so that a machine works right.
Модель употребления:
to adjust [device/machine] for [accuracy/performance]
Синонимы
calibrate (Technical term for adjusting measuring instruments for accuracy.)
Антонимы
miscalibrate (To set incorrectly so accuracy is lost.)
Коллокации
adjust the calibration
|adjust the controls
|adjust the mechanism
Темы
technology
|science
Примеры
- The technician adjusted the microscope for a clearer image.
- You need to adjust the thermostat for accurate temperature control.
- He adjusted the steering mechanism before the race.
Примеры для изучающих
- The worker adjusted the machine.
- She adjusted the camera for a sharp photo.
- He adjusted the radio for better sound.
Грамматика
Словарная форма
adjust
IPA
GB/əd͡ʒˈʌst/
US/əd͡ʒˈʌst/
Слоги и ударение
ad - just (2 слога)
Stress on 2nd syllable (just)
Формы слова
Verb
- Base: adjust
- 3rd Person Singular: adjusts
- Present Participle: adjusting
- Past: adjusted
Родственные слова
Forms
adjusts
verb
adjusting
verb
adjusted
verb
Core family
adjustment
noun B1
adjustable
adjective B1
Related words
adjuster
noun
readjust
verb
Negative and opposite forms
unadjustable
adjective
Advanced or less common
readjustment
noun
Выражения
adjust to
1/əd͡ʒˈʌst tə/
phrasal verb
Become used to something new
To slowly feel normal and comfortable in a new situation or place.
Примеры
- It took me months to adjust to college life.
- You will soon adjust to your new job.
make adjustments
1/mˈeɪk əd͡ʒˈʌstmənts/
fixed phrase
Make small changes for improvement
To change something a little so it works or fits better.
Примеры
- We need to make adjustments before launching the product.
- He made adjustments to his schedule.
self-adjusting
1/sˈɛlf əd͡ʒˈʌstɪŋ/
fixed phrase
technical
Changes automatically for correct use
Able to change by itself so it works correctly without help.
Примеры
- The camera has a self-adjusting focus.
- This self-adjusting system saves energy.