adjust
Translation
to adjust, to adapt, to alter, to regulate
Examples
You need to adjust the mirror.
You need to adjust the mirror.
He needs time to adjust to his new job.
He needs time to adjust to his new job.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to change (sth.) slightly Please adjust the volume.
((to sth.)) to become used to a new situation She adjusted to the new school.
Similar Words
Synonyms: adapt, alter, modify, regulate
Etymology
From Old French 'ajouster' (to join), from Latin 'ad' (to) + 'juxta' (near). The idea is to bring things into proper relation.
Memory Tips
Think 'just right' – you 'adjust' something to make it 'just right'.