Main Entry: ad·just

Pronunciation: \ə-ˈjəst\

Function: transitive verb

: to bring about orientation or adaptation of (oneself)

intransitive verb

1 : to adapt oneself (as to climate, food, or new working hours)
2 : to achieve mental and behavioral balance between one's own needs and the demands of others

—ad·just·abil·i·ty \-ˌjəs-tə-ˈbil-ət-ē\ noun, plural ad·just·abil·i·ties

—ad·just·able \-ˈjəs-tə-bəl\ adjective

—ad·jus·tive \-ˈjəs-tiv\ adjective