WELL-ADJUSTED Synonyms: 79 Similar and Opposite Words

well-adjusted

adjective

Definition of well-adjusted

as in peaceful

able to deal with one's own life and with other people in a normal or healthy way He is now a happy, well-adjusted adult.

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Recent Examples of well-adjusted Residents and leaders got the message that the realities of global warming have now squarely arrived on a continent that so far viewed itself either as having a moderate climate or being well-adjusted to summer heat. — Katharina Buchholz, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026 Maybe that’s why Michaels doesn’t talk a lot about his family (though several of the doc’s talking heads remark on how incredibly well-adjusted his kids are). — Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 17 Apr. 2026 The alternative version of the love of Chris’ life, Emilia Harcourt (Jennifer Holland), is emotionally well-adjusted and capable of maintaining a romantic relationship. — Adam B. Vary, Variety, 26 Sep. 2025 Doctor Who newcomer Varada Sethu is well-adjusted to the franchise life. — Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 2 Apr. 2025 Many are well-rounded and well-adjusted children who go on to thrive as adults. — The Editors, Scientific American, 14 May 2024 Rachel had worried that that year of enemas would scar August forever, psychologically, and the many months of colostomy bags after that, but the boy had grown up well-adjusted, all things considered. — Camille Bordas, Harper's Magazine, 2 May 2024

Recent Examples of Synonyms for well-adjusted

Adjective

The work that Afghan women are doing today is essential to preserving the possibility of a peaceful and economically viable Afghanistan.

— Rina Amiri, Foreign Affairs, 14 Aug. 2026
Culiacán—even during its most peaceful stretches—has been a prime example.

— Kevin Sieff, The Atlantic, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of peaceful

Adjective

Life begins as a fanfare — a regal entry heralded by brass — and ends as a solo cello lament and the serene acceptance of death as sung by a choir.

— Tim Greiving, Los Angeles Times, 11 Aug. 2026
The serene hideaway is decked out in soft furnishings like wool rugs and bouclé sofas.

— Tori Latham, Robb Report, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of serene

Adjective

Expect a calm palette of neutrals and soft blues, metallic accents, and plenty of natural light, with views either west toward the mountains and desert or north up the Strip.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Aug. 2026
The extra five minutes spent adjusting a pillow so the incision is protected, the calm explanation of what the next day will look like, the quiet competence that makes a terrifying situation feel manageable—these moments stick.

— Richard Menger MD MPA, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of calm

Adjective

Although both Into Mischief and Gun Runner often produce athletic and well-balanced horses, the first notable trait most people in racing almost always mention isn’t physical but mental.

— Graham Cornwell, New York Times, 19 June 2026
However, a lack of variety may lead to nutrient gaps if your meal isn’t well-balanced across food groups.

— Caitlin Beale, Health, 17 Apr. 2026

Definition of well-balanced

Adjective

Head coach Nuno Espirito Santo is confident about their chances of sealing promotion back to the top flight at the first opportunity but, ahead of Sunday’s away fixture, there are several talking points.

— Roshane Thomas, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2026
Massimo Di Odoardo, vice president of gas and LNG research at Wood Mackenzie, is also confident that Europe will avoid a dire scenario of energy shortages and blackouts.

— Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of confident

Adjective

There are so few people around, and such little movement on the placid sound, being here feels like a true respite from the city just a couple hours away.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Aug. 2026
Maheu and Perreault-Magny tied up briefly in the middle of the placid river with officers from the Akwesasne nation, a Tim Hortons coffee cup riding shotgun on their console.

— Trevor Hughes, USA Today, 29 July 2026

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