ADJUSTMENTS - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

the act of adjusting something to match a standard

Meaning 2

Part of speech: Noun

an amount added or deducted on the basis of qualifying circumstances

Example: an allowance for profit

Meaning 3

Part of speech: Noun

the process of adapting to something (such as environmental conditions)

Meaning 4

Part of speech: Noun

the act of making something different (as e.g. the size of a garment)

Meaning 5

Part of speech: Noun

making or becoming suitable

Example: adjusting to circumstances