as in adapted
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
as in tailored
to change (something) so as to make it suitable for a new use or situation
after going on the night shift, he found it difficult to adjust his sleep schedule adjust the amount of sugar in the recipe to your taste
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of adjusted
Vinamrata Chaturvedi, Quartz, 26 Feb. 2025
His Tritons are 24-4 this season, one of the best mid-major teams in America and a potential Cinderella in the NCAA Tournament because of their sturdy offense (No. 50 in KenPom’s adjusted efficiency rankings) and propensity for turning teams over.
—Cj Moore, The Athletic, 25 Feb. 2025
Joel Shulman, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
The Broncos vaulted from ninth in the final rankings to a top-four seed and first-round bye to the quarterfinals as a result of their conference title, a format that will no doubt get adjusted.
—Justin Williams, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for adjusted
Adjective
Axon posted adjusted earnings of $2.08 per share, topping the analysts’ average of $1.40.
—Vinamrata Chaturvedi, Quartz, 26 Feb. 2025
His Tritons are 24-4 this season, one of the best mid-major teams in America and a potential Cinderella in the NCAA Tournament because of their sturdy offense (No. 50 in KenPom’s adjusted efficiency rankings) and propensity for turning teams over.
—Cj Moore, The Athletic, 25 Feb. 2025
Verb
In contrast, SpaceX remains a private entity, with its valuation adjusted only periodically, typically through tender offers.
—Joel Shulman, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
The Broncos vaulted from ninth in the final rankings to a top-four seed and first-round bye to the quarterfinals as a result of their conference title, a format that will no doubt get adjusted.
—Justin Williams, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for adjusted
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adjusted
Adjective
-
The day he was born, Mikey was approved for the adapted pacemaker.—
Kerry Breen,
CBS News,
22 Feb. 2025
-
Disney is planning a push for it in adapted screenplay, original score and even best picture.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
17 Oct. 2024
Adjective
-
Jessica Caldwell, head of insights at automotive site Edmunds, noted there hasn’t been a bump in Tesla owners appraising their used cars.—
Auzinea Bacon,
CNN,
1 Mar. 2025
-
And the car’s current price on the used market is appealing as well.—
Jeremy Korzeniewski,
Robb Report,
26 Feb. 2025
Adjective
-
Formed in reaction to Eurozone policies in 2013, the AfD had become accustomed to being on the fringe of German politics, in a country scarred by its Nazi past and where any far-right party has been treated with caution.—
Sophie Tanno,
CNN,
24 Feb. 2025
-
The bottom line: This is the kind of decision Vikings fans have become accustomed to, dating back to the never-ending QB carousel of the 1990s.—
Nick Halter,
Axios,
24 Feb. 2025
Verb
-
This has resulted in the Blackbird (a versatile square frame that pairs well with a variety of looks) and Good Night (an oversized frame best suited for bolder looks).—
Darryn King,
Forbes,
5 Jan. 2025
-
Lopping pruners are best suited for material ½ inch or larger in diameter.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Jan. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Adjusted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adjusted. Accessed 9 Mar. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share