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Readjusting Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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readjusting

read-just-ing

🇺🇸 /ˌɹiəˈdʒəstɪŋ/ · 🇬🇧 /ɹˌiːɐdʒˈʌstɪŋ/

Definition

Context #1 | Verb

changing position

Readjusting refers to the act of making adjustments or changes to something that has already been set. It often implies a modification or recalibration to improve alignment or fit after an initial adjustment.

Synonyms

adapt, adjust, alter, modify, tweak.

Examples of usage

  • He is readjusting the settings on his computer.
  • She had to readjust her plans after the meeting was canceled.
  • The teacher spent time readjusting the curriculum to better suit her students' needs.

Translations

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Quick facts about “readjusting”

Readjusting is a 3-syllable verb (read-just-ing). It is pronounced /ˌɹiəˈdʒəstɪŋ/ in American English and /ɹˌiːɐdʒˈʌstɪŋ/ in British English. On finesentence.com it has 1 meaning, 5 synonyms, and translations into 21 languages. It ranks #30,097 among the most common English words.

Origin of 'readjusting'

The word 'readjusting' is derived from the prefix 're-', which indicates repetition or backward motion, combined with the root word 'adjust'. The root 'adjust' comes from the Latin 'adjuxtare', meaning 'to bring into line'. The evolution of the term reflects the idea of returning to a state of adjustment—essentially correcting or modifying a prior adjustment. The term has been used in various contexts, including personal situations, mechanical settings, and social dynamics, highlighting the necessity of continual adaptation in various aspects of life. Readjusting not only refers to physical alterations but also encompasses psychological adjustments that individuals make in response to changes in their circumstances.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,097 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.