adjusted

adjective

ad·​just·​ed ə-ˈjə-stəd 

1

: accommodated to suit a particular set of circumstances or requirements

2

: having achieved an often specified and usually harmonious relationship with the environment or with other individuals

a well-adjusted schoolchild

Examples of adjusted in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Macy’s now expects adjusted earnings per share between $2.25 and $2.50, compared to its previous outlook of between $2.34 and $2.69. —Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 11 Dec. 2024

The report is based on Department of Education data and examines the adjusted cohort graduation rate. —Alex Fitzpatrick, Axios, 9 Dec. 2024

Research shows that the adjusted mean cost for HaH care is 38% lower than for traditional inpatient care, as HaH patients undergo fewer tests and consultations. —Jiang Li, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024

However, on an adjusted basis profits came to 48 cents a share, 2 cents ahead of the 46 cents that analysts projected, according to Yahoo Finance. —Evan Clark, WWD, 4 Dec. 2024

Word History

Etymology

from past participle of adjust

First Known Use

1662, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing adjusted

• well-adjusted

Medical Definition

adjusted

adjective

ad·​just·​ed

: having achieved an often specified and usually harmonious relationship with the environment or with other individuals

a happy, adjusted schoolchild