adjustment
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
A small change made to something so that it fits or works better.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
modification
adaptation
Usage notes
"Make an adjustment" is the standard collocation, more natural than "do an adjustment."
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "It took a few weeks to make the _____ to living in a new country."
Answer: adjustment
In your own words, what does "adjustment" mean?
A small change made to something so that it fits or works better.
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