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Meaning of the word adjusted in English

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adjusted

Verb

1.

alter or move (something) slightly in order to achieve the desired fit, appearance, or result.

Example:
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he smoothed his hair and adjusted his tie
Synonym:
modify alter regulate tune fine-tune calibrate balance adapt rearrange change rejig rework revamp remodel reshape convert transform tailor improve enhance customize repair fix correct rectify make good overhaul standardize normalize jigger tweak twiddle see to
2.

assess (loss or damages) when settling an insurance claim.

Example:
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the insurance agent may have the responsibility of adjusting small losses

Adjective

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