adjuster

noun

ad·​just·​er ə-ˈjə-stər How to pronounce adjuster (audio)
variants or less commonly adjustor
: one that adjusts
especially : an insurance agent who investigates personal or property damage and makes estimates for effecting settlements

Examples of adjuster in a Sentence

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The records show that Citizens, like other insurers, routinely denies coverage for damage caused by pipe ruptures if adjusters find evidence of slow leaks over time that homeowners knew about or should have known about. Ron Hurtibise, Sun Sentinel, 12 July 2025 From time to time, the sport has popped up into the label’s wares, too, including these trim-fitting white shorts with a sporty, retro length and side adjuster tabs. Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 30 June 2025 Davis said State Farm finally addressed her complaints, but only after months of persistence and better cooperation from her seventh adjuster. Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2025 The player will feature volume and playback speed adjusters. Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 13 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for adjuster

Word History

Etymology

adjust + -er entry 2

First Known Use

1673, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of adjuster was in 1673

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“Adjuster.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/adjuster. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.

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