adjusted
adjective
ad·just·ed
ə-ˈjə-stəd 
1
: accommodated to suit a particular set of circumstances or requirements
2
: having achieved an often specified and usually harmonious relationship with the environment or with other individuals
a well-adjusted schoolchild
Examples of adjusted in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
Companies should consider expanding flexibility, such as adjusted hours, compressed workweeks or remote options, to accommodate these needs.
—
Priya Krishnan,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
The company reported an adjusted 20 cents earnings per share, compared to the 13 cents expected.
—
Mia Osmonbekov,
Fortune,
30 June 2026
In May, the company reported an operating loss of $34 million and adjusted operating income of $3 million for the fourth quarter ended March 31.
—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
16 June 2026
For its last quarter, RH posted a narrower-than-expected adjusted loss and a revenue beat.
—
Fred Imbert,
CNBC,
12 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for adjusted
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Priya Krishnan,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
The company reported an adjusted 20 cents earnings per share, compared to the 13 cents expected.
—
Mia Osmonbekov,
Fortune,
30 June 2026
In May, the company reported an operating loss of $34 million and adjusted operating income of $3 million for the fourth quarter ended March 31.
—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
16 June 2026
For its last quarter, RH posted a narrower-than-expected adjusted loss and a revenue beat.
—
Fred Imbert,
CNBC,
12 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for adjusted
Cite this Entry
“Adjusted.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/adjusted. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
