as in adapted
Related Words
Relevance
Dissimilar Words
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
Maliha Shoaib, Vogue, 30 Apr. 2026
However, when taking into account the 4.5% increase in prices during the quarter, real spending was actually down in the beginning of the year, at an adjusted rate of -2.5%.
—Bryan Mena, CNN Money, 30 Apr. 2026
Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 16 May 2026
The city ranked first in the nation for entry-level jobs per 100,000 working-age residents, 10th for annual job growth and 25th for monthly average starting salary adjusted for cost of living.
—Christopher Harris, CBS News, 11 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for adjusted
Adjective
Despite revenue declines, adjusted EBITDA improved from -€94 million last year to -€90 million in 2025, thanks to selective store closures and tighter cost control.
—Maliha Shoaib, Vogue, 30 Apr. 2026
However, when taking into account the 4.5% increase in prices during the quarter, real spending was actually down in the beginning of the year, at an adjusted rate of -2.5%.
—Bryan Mena, CNN Money, 30 Apr. 2026
Verb
By Week 15, Patrick Mahomes should be duly adjusted in his ACL recovery.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 16 May 2026
The city ranked first in the nation for entry-level jobs per 100,000 working-age residents, 10th for annual job growth and 25th for monthly average starting salary adjusted for cost of living.
—Christopher Harris, CBS News, 11 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for adjusted
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adjusted
Adjective
-
Accessibility There are three adapted accommodations (one in the Main Building, one in the Sycamore House, and one bungalow) for guests with mobility disabilities.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
-
In addition to directing the feature, Newman cowrote the adapted screenplay with John Whittington.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
8 Apr. 2026
Verb
-
The resort has an excellent surfing program called SurfX, tailored for first-timers, pros, and everyone in between.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
-
Preference sheets are refined, provisioning is tailored, itineraries are shaped, and logistics mapped out well before guests step onboard.—
Rachel Ingram,
Robb Report,
16 May 2026
Adjective
-
The company is also advancing nuclear fuel recycling to convert used fuel into energy.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
14 May 2026
-
For some veterans like Adams, the pressure of the World Cup is something he’s gotten used to now.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
13 May 2026
Verb
-
The league has conformed to The King’s whims.—
John Hollinger,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
-
The goal is to wring as much production out of each athlete rather than implement a cohesive strategy that must be conformed to.—
Hannah Keyser,
CNN Money,
15 May 2026
Adjective
-
The study also found that AI responses improved, along with investment outcomes, when users were more accustomed to asking AI about money.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
-
The Psyche team is also coordinating its observations during the flyby with those of the Mars orbiters that are accustomed to studying the Red Planet all the time.—
Meghan Bartels,
Scientific American,
14 May 2026
Verb
-
Consolidation loans, balance transfer cards, creditor hardship programs and debt management plans each offer a different path to lower payments — some faster than others, and some better suited to specific credit profiles and debt loads.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
14 May 2026
-
The hot plate → Experts reveal why one fan-favorite fish isn't suited for the grill.—
Staff,
FOXNews.com,
14 May 2026
Verb
-
Her team quickly put together a plan to help coördinate repairs, secure new electrical generators, implement a triage system, and organize trainings for staff.—
Clayton Dalton,
New Yorker,
15 May 2026
-
The Bengals, who at one point trailed 6-1, put the game on ice with eight runs in the bottom of the sixth.—
Tony Baranek,
Chicago Tribune,
15 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Adjusted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adjusted. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
