adjust

The definition of adjust means to change something to a better fit or to be more usable.

(verb)

An example of adjust is to tighten the handlebars on a bicycle.

See adjust in Webster's New World College Dictionary

transitive verb

Origin: ME ajusten < OFr ajoster, to join < a-, to + joster (see joust); infl. by OFr juste < L justus, just

intransitive verb

to come into conformity, as with one's surroundings; become suited, as to one's associates, circumstances, etc.

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See adjust in American Heritage Dictionary 4

verb ad·just·ed, ad·just·ing, ad·justs

verb, transitive

To change so as to match or fit; cause to correspond.
To bring into proper relationship.
To adapt or conform, as to new conditions: “unable to adjust themselves to their environment” (Karl A. Menninger). See Synonyms at adapt.
To bring the components of into a more effective or efficient calibration or state: adjust the timing of a car's engine.
In chiropracty, to manipulate (the spine and other body structures) to treat disorders and restore normal function of the nervous system.
To decide how much is to be paid on (an insurance claim).

verb, intransitive